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“What I fear most is power with impunity. I fear abuse of power, and the power to abuse”

Isabel Allende

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This quote talks about the danger of having too much power without being held accountable. When someone has a lot of power and no one checks what they do, they might use that power in bad ways without any consequences. Think about a boss at work who can do whatever they want because no one can complain or stop them. This boss might treat employees unfairly or make them do things they shouldn’t have to do. In history, we see this with dictators who have total control over a country and can do whatever they want, often hurting many people and breaking laws. This quote is a warning that we need rules and ways to keep powerful people in line, so they can't harm others or act without any punishment. In real life, this means we should support systems like fair laws, regulations, and checks and balances in government and organizations. By doing this, we can help prevent people from misusing their power and protect everyone’s rights.

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Abuse of power Accountability Authority Control Corruption Ethics Fear Justice Power
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