An influential member of parliament has not only to pay much money to become such, and to give time and labour, he has also to sacrifice his mind too - at least all the characteristics part of it that which is original and most his own.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Becoming a powerful politician often requires sacrificing personal originality and independent thought.
- In plain terms
- Politicians must give up unique traits to fit into the system.
- What can you take from it?
- Power can cost individuals their unique voice and independence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What would you sacrifice for power?
- How do institutions shape leaders?
Another view
Some leaders retain originality while gaining influence.
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