1. What Is Justice
Acton said, "power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely." ... I feel that though what Plato says may have some truth in it but behind what Plato believes, there is some selfishness and lust for power. ... Plato's views have truth in its framework but seems to vanish behind his superficial desire for power and truth. ... Mill also believes that the government is "the biggest threat to liberty", because the government tends "to extend its power for its own preservation." ... I see Plato's opinion on the subject as contaminated with his subtle impulse for power. ...
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- Approx Pages: 6
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- Grade Level: High School