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3 days ago · A leading 19th Century political philosopher and historian, Lord John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton, popularly known for his pungent aphorism: “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely,” reminds us that we should reflect on the influential leaders through the history of independent Sri Lanka’s 76 years.
4 days ago · The passage was cited by many liberals, including Thomas Paine and Lord Acton, who famously wrote that “power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” Libertarian skepticism was reinforced by events of the 20th century, when unrestrained government power, among other factors, led to world war, genocide , and massive human ...
3 days ago · However, Inslee’s long-term use of these powers goes against the spirit of the law. Inslee left his own party in the dark, likened those pushing for emergency powers reform to people attempting a coup, and later claimed that he alone could save lives. Absolute power corrupts absolutely.
5 days ago · But we cannot always do what is absolutely best. Those with whom we act, entertaining different views, have the power and the right of carrying them into practice. Truth advances, and error recedes step by step only; and to do to our fellow men the most good in our power, we must lead where we can, follow where we cannot, and still go with them ...
4 days ago · As parting words, I would like our local politicians and their dynasties to remember this famous quote. This came from the great British historian Lord Acton in 1888, who said in his letter to then Bishop Mandell Creighton in London , “ Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely”.
Aug 31, 2024 · James Allen > Quotes > Quotable Quote. (?) “Self-control is strength. Right thought is mastery. Calmness is power. ― James Allen, As a Man Thinketh. Read more quotes from James Allen.
3 days ago · [Hugh Abbot, the new head of the Department of Social Affairs, is calling a big meeting to announce his first major policy. Joining Hugh in his office are his staff members: Glenn Cullen, Hugh's senior advisor and best friend; Oliver "Ollie" Reeder, Hugh's junior advisor; and Terri Coverley, the department's Chief Press Secretary.]
