Frank HerbertAbsolute power does not corrupt absolutely, absolute power attracts the corruptible.
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The quote, “absolute power does not corrupt absolutely” is often used to discuss the issue of corruption in public service. There are many corruptible people in public service, but there are also many honest and faithful people serving in public service. The fact that there are honest and faithful people results in a conflict between the good and the bad. In the end, it is the corruptible people who ultimately determine what happens to the public.
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