Bertrand RussellOur great democracies still tend to think that a stupid man is more likely to be honest than a clever man, and our politicians take advantage of this prejudice by pretending to be even more stupid than nature made them.
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Whether you are a politician or not, it’s always good to question your political position. When you are in a position of power, you have the responsibility to know all of the facts, and be sure that your actions are the right ones. The truth is that following the crowd is not always the most effective way to make decisions. Sometimes, following the crowd leads to bad decisions. Be critical of your actions and think for yourself.
Source: New Hopes For A Changing World
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