In the general course of human nature, a power over a man's ... - Alexander Hamilton

"In the general course of human nature, a power over a man's subsistence amounts to a power over his will."

Alexander Hamilton Power

Founding Father, Politician American 1755–1804

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"A man who stands for nothing will fall for anything."

"The Constitution is the most wonderful work ever struck off at a given time by the brain and purpose of man."

"Those who stand for nothing fall for anything."

"I never expect to see a perfect work from an imperfect man."

"Power without control is just destruction."

"Power is not about control, it's about influence"

"The world doesn't need me to be the hero. It just needs me to be dangerous."

"The claws come out when I need them to."