Quote by Ida Tarbell

There is no man more dangerous, in a position of power, than he who refuses to accept as a working truth the idea that all a man does should make for rightness and soundness, that even the fixing of a tariff rate must be moral.

There is no man more dangerous, in a position of power, than

Summary

This quote emphasizes the danger posed by individuals in positions of power who reject the notion that all actions should align with principles of morality and integrity. It suggests that such individuals can wield tremendous influence and make decisions that may not prioritize what is right or ethical. Even seemingly mundane tasks like setting tariff rates should be approached with a moral compass. This quote serves as a reminder of the potential harm caused by leaders who detach their actions from the concept of doing what is morally correct.

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By Ida Tarbell

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