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Those that rule must hear and be deaf, must see and be blind.

Those that rule must hear and be deaf, must see and be blind

Summary

This quote suggests that those in positions of power and authority must exercise selective perception. They are expected to listen to various opinions, concerns, and feedback from the public, yet remain unaffected by subjective influences. Similarly, they need to keenly observe the dynamics and issues surrounding them and make unbiased decisions. In essence, rulers must strike a delicate balance between being receptive and open, while also remaining impartial and objective in their judgment.

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