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To those who have but little of power and glory, it may seem that a little more would satisfy them, but in this they are mistaken : these desires are insatiable and infinite, and only in the infinitude of God could they find repose.
Source: Bertrand Russell : Power, a new social analysis, 1938
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We often find ourselves thinking, "If only I had a little more money, a little more ability, or a little more charm." Even when we don't have specific desires, we tend to wish for more power. For instance, the desire to attract an attractive partner might actually stem from a similar feeling.z
However, the more power one gains, the more one seeks even greater power, and this desire grows boundlessly. This is because power itself does not bring self-satisfaction; it has the tendency to make one chase the next step. For example, Taro Aso, who is about to turn 85, still insists on advancing the timing of the Liberal Democratic Party's presidential election as the party's senior adviser. In this way, those who hold power tend to continuously pursue new power, constantly strengthening their own position. Of course, this may be a source of life and fulfillment for the individual, but for many citizens, it can sometimes become a nuisance.
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