Lord Acton Quote

"And remember, where you have a concentration of power in a few hands, all too frequently men with the mentality of gangstersget control. History has proven that. All power corrupts; absolute power corrupts absolutely."

by:	Lord Acton [John Emerich Edward Dalberg Acton] (1834-1902), First Baron Acton of Aldenham
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Trite but true.  -- anonymous      1
An infinite truth!  -- Mary-MI      1
-- Mike, Norwalk
-- Ronw13, Oregon
A perfect description of Nancy and the gang.  -- jim k, Austin      1
Which is why a republican form of government keeps power decentralized and liberty maximized.  With every new 'emergency' the lust for power takes advantage — no one's liberties are safe.  -- E Archer, NYC      1 1

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