A man in power, once becoming obnoxious, his acts, good or bad, will work out his ruin.
TACITUSIf you would know who controls you see who you may not criticise.
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In the struggle between those seeking power there is no middle course.
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Traitors are hated even by those whom they prefer.
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The lust for power, for dominating others, inflames the heart more than any other passion.
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In valor there is hope.
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Neglected, calumny soon expires, show that you are hurt, and you give it the appearance of truth.
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The gods are on the side of the stronger.
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The hatred of relatives is the most violent.
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More faults are often committed while we are trying to oblige than while we are giving offense.
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Victor and vanquished never unite in substantial agreement.
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All enterprises that are entered into with indiscreet zeal may be pursued with great vigor at first, but are sure to collapse in the end.
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It is less difficult to bear misfortunes than to remain uncorrupted by pleasure.
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Legions and fleets are not such sure bulwarks of imperial power as a numerous family
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Formerly we suffered from crimes; now we suffer from laws.
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Old things are always in good repute, present things in disfavor.
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It belongs to human nature to hate those you have injured.
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