Quote by John Adams

Power always thinks... that it is doing God's service when it is violating all his laws.

Power always thinks... that it is doing God's service when i

Summary

This quote suggests that those in positions of power often believe that they are working for a higher purpose, even while they disregard and go against the very principles and laws they claim to uphold. It implies that power can distort one's perspective, leading them to justify immoral actions in the name of a greater cause. It serves as a cautionary reminder of how power can corrupt and blind individuals from recognizing the ethical boundaries they should adhere to.

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By John Adams

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