Country Quote by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
“Yahya Khan wasn't interested in the government of the country, he was interested in power for its own sake and nothing else.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, date unknown
He pursued power for its own sake, not governance
In simple terms: Power for its own sake, not governance
Key Takeaway
Beware power seeking without purpose
Themes
politics
power
motivation
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- corporate control
- personal ambition
Key Concepts
authoritarianism
selfinterest
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives a desire for power beyond service?
- How can societies check power for its sake?
A Different Perspective
Power can corrupt without accountability
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