Quotation by

George MacDonald

It is not in the nature of politics that the best men should be elected. The best men do not want to govern their fellowmen.

George MacDonald

Politics

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Politics often selects leaders who are willing to take power rather than those who are most capable or virtuous. People with the highest qualities usually prefer not to control or make decisions for others.

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