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Κοινωνία, Νόμος και Πολιτική - Εξουσία

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Society, Law, & Politics
absolute power corrupts absolutely

used to imply that the more power a person has, the more likely they are to abuse that power and act in their own self-interest, rather than in the interest of others

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providence is always on the side of the big battalions

used to imply that those with greater power or resources are more likely to succeed, regardless of their individual abilities or the merits of their cause

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rich man's joke is always funny

used to imply that people with wealth and power are often favored, and their jokes or actions may be seen as more entertaining or valuable, even if they are not particularly funny or appropriate

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might is right

used to imply that those who have power and authority can act without constraint or accountability, regardless of the consequences or the impact on others

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he who pays the piper, calls the tune

used to emphasize that the person who provides the money or resources for a project or activity has the right to control how it is carried out and what decisions are made

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kings have long arms

used to suggest that those in power have the resources and connections to reach beyond their immediate surroundings and enforce their authority

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Ορισμός και Σημασία του "(kings|governments) have long arms"
the post of honor is the post of danger

used to suggest that positions of high responsibility or leadership often come with great risks or potential for harm

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Ορισμός και Σημασία του "the post of honor is the post of danger"
set a beggar on horseback, and he will ride (straight) to the devil

used to suggest that someone who was previously poor or powerless may become reckless and make poor choices when suddenly given wealth or authority

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Ορισμός και Σημασία του "set a beggar on horseback, and he will ride (straight|) to the devil"
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