re: I never understood the whole “they love power” thing until I watched “Succession”

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Power is why politicians won’t give up an elected office unless they are somehow forced out. Doesn’t matter whether it’s Congress or a lowly police juror. Nobody is kissing the ring unless you are in a position to help them out.

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It is also why most adults will run themselves ragged trying to worm their way into middle management....the money might be better but the bull shite is infinitely thicker...but power over even a single person is a helluva drug for most people....