b. 117
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Power acquired by guilt was never used for a good purpose.
In the struggle between those seeking power there is no middle course.
Power is more safely retained by cautious than by severe councils.
Lust of power is the most flagrant of all the passions.
Rulers always hate and suspect the next in succession.
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