In the United States, though power corrupts, the expectation of power paralyzes. – John Kenneth Galbraith

A reform is a correction of abuses a revolution is a transfer of power. – Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton

Sir, I am no sycophant or worshipper of power anywhere. – Benjamin F. Wade

It is certain, in any case, that ignorance, allied with power, is the most ferocious enemy justice can have. – James A. Baldwin