The only thing that powerful men feared above all else was a loss of that power.

Tish Thawer
About This Quote

The quote by Mark Twain is an interesting one that really touches the nerve of the people who wish to hold on to power. The fear of losing power is so great that it can cloud people’s judgement and destroy their ability to act with the best interests of others at heart. If you are not careful, you can find yourself losing your power and your influence without even realizing it.

Source: Ravens Breath

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