The attitude above all others which I feel sure is no longer valid is the arrogance of power, the tendency of great nations to equate power with virtue and major responsibilities with a universal mission.

J. William Fulbright

The Arrogance of Power

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International politics

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J. William Fulbright

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The Arrogance of Power

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English

Time

1966 1960s 20th century

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Politician

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United States

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Citation

Fulbright, J. William. The Arrogance of Power. Random House, 1966, introduction.

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