Those in possession of absolute power can not only prophesy and make their prophecies come true, but they can also lie and make their lies come true. (Eric Hoffer)

Those in possession of absolute power can not only prophesy and make their prophecies come true, but they can also lie and make their lies come true.

Eric Hoffer

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