Quote by Wendell Phillips

Power is every stealing from the many to the few.

Power is every stealing from the many to the few.

Summary

This quote suggests that power often rests in the hands of a select few individuals or groups who exploit the resources, wealth, or opportunities of the majority. It implies that those with power take from the less privileged, thereby perpetuating a system of inequality and inequity. The quote highlights the inherent imbalance in power dynamics, portraying it as a mechanism for those in control to consolidate wealth and influence at the expense of the larger population.

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By Wendell Phillips

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