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Confidence Quote by Tacitus

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“There can never be a complete confidence in a power which is excessive.”

About This Quote

Source Historical Text: Annals, Tacitus, 1st century AD

Excessive power undermines confidence in its stability and legitimacy.

In simple terms: Too much power breeds doubt.

Key Takeaway

Beware concentration of power.

Themes

power confidence politics trust

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

historical political

When to use this quote

government oversight
corporate governance
public policy
activism

Key Concepts

authoritarianism political theory social stability

Questions to Reflect On

How does power affect public trust?
What safeguards prevent power excess?

A Different Perspective

Power can be justified if checked and transparent.

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