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The Power Broker #6: Mike Schur

99% Invisible

CHAPTER

The Ethical Slippage of Leadership

This chapter examines the moral complexities faced by leaders, particularly through the lens of Robert Moses, as they navigate the duality of ambition and ethics. It highlights how small compromises can escalate into significant ethical violations, emphasizing the transformative effects of power on personal integrity. The narrative serves as a cautionary tale about the seductive nature of ambition and the potential dangers of utilitarianism in justifying corrupt actions.

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