Doug_S. comments on Why Does Power Corrupt? - Less Wrong

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Comment author: Doug_S. 14 October 2008 05:18:56PM 8 points [-]

Also, I'm reminded of this quote...

"To become king of the Goblins, one must assassinate the previous king. Thus, only the most foolish seek positions of leadership."

One very important thing to remember about power is that having it makes you a target of everybody else who wants it.