[Speech] POWER TENDS TO CORRUPT. - Acton's Warning

Critique of absolute power

Lord Acton's assertion that "Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely" serves as a cautionary reminder of the dangers of unchecked authority. His observation has influenced political thought and discourse, highlighting the need for accountability and ethical governance. Acton's words continue to resonate in discussions about power and leadership.

Background

1. Lord Acton

2. Historian and Moralist

3. Letter to Bishop Creighton, 1887