Humans elect leaders on the basis of the promises they make. We [vampires] try to elect ours based solely on the strength of their character.

Darren Shan
Humans elect leaders on the basis of the promises they...
Humans elect leaders on the basis of the promises they...
Humans elect leaders on the basis of the promises they...
Humans elect leaders on the basis of the promises they...
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We elect leaders on the basis of the promises they make. We [vampires] try to elect ours based solely on the strength of their character. This idea is a good way to ensure that people will not fall into a position of power and abuse it. However, I think the potential for corruption exists in any system, be it democratic or otherwise.

Source: Palace Of The Damned

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