The philanthropist, the politician, and the pimp are inevitably found in alliance because they have the same motives, they seek the same ends, to exist for, through, and by others.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Those who seek power over others often form alliances regardless of their public labels.
- In plain terms
- People who want to control others often work together.
- What can you take from it?
- Look at motives, not titles.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What drives people to seek power over others?
Another view
Not all public servants seek control over others.
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