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What I fear most is power with impunity. I fear abuse of power, and the power to abuse - Isabel Allende
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"What I fear most is power with impunity. I fear abuse of power, and the power to abuse"

- Isabel Allende

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Chile Flag This quote is written / told by Isabel Allende somewhere between August 2, 1942 and today. He/she was a famous Writer from Chile. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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