Power is always dangerous. Power attracts the worst and cor… - Edward Abbey

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Power is always dangerous. Power attracts the worst and corrupts the best.

Edward Abbey

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Edward Paul Abbey (29 January 1927 – 14 March 1989) was an American writer noted for his advocacy of environmental issues and criticism of public land policies.

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Power is always dangerous. Power attracts the worst and corrupts the best. - Edward Abbey

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