Pros And Cons Of Joseph Stalin

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The quote I decided to pick was “power corrupts, and ultimate power corrupts absolutely (Lord Action).” This quote is describing how that if someone is given too much power they will abuse it for their benefit. I agree with this quote because it has been proven all throughout history. Most communist leaders have been known to abuse their power for their benefit. They do this because they have absolute power over there people so that can mold them in any way they want. An example of these people would be Joseph Stalin. Joseph Stalin became the absolute ruler of the USSR. He was given full power over his people. He later caused millions to die because he became corrupt and used his power for his benefit and not the people. Leaders abusing their