A quotation from C. C. Colton

Power multiplies flatterers, and flatterers multiply our delusions by hiding us from ourselves.

Charles Caleb "C. C." Colton (1780-1832) English cleric, writer, aphorist
Lacon: Or, Many Things in Few Words, Vol. 2, § 25 (1822)

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A major pattern which caused the Roman Empire to decline is identical to what is speeding up the decline of U.S. global dominance, beginning with the Trump regime.

If you want to learn more, watching this video can help provide more understanding.

Why the Most Foolish People End Up in Power – Machiavelli Knew This >

https://youtu.be/Ix4nKNDKhTQ

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