Leadership quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower

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In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsough
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"In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist"

- Dwight D. Eisenhower

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This quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower is a caution versus the potential for the military-industrial facility to get way too much power. He is warning versus the purchase of unwarranted influence, whether it is sought or unsought, by the military-industrial facility. Eisenhower is emphasizing that the potential for the dreadful rise of misplaced power exists and will certainly linger. He is advising the government to be attentive and also guard against the military-industrial complex acquiring way too much power. This quote is a tip that the government should remain familiar with the capacity for the military-industrial complex to get way too much influence as well as take actions to stop it.

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Dwight D. Eisenhower This quote is written / told by Dwight D. Eisenhower between October 14, 1890 and March 28, 1969. He was a famous President from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Leadership. The author also have 80 other quotes.

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