Cincinnatus and the High Price of Vanity

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Pakistan's Pervez Musharraf wanted to help his country, but he also wanted to cling to power, because he convinced himself he was essential to his country's salvation.

That's to be expected. The gene that makes a person the kind of alpha dog who leads others is the same gene that makes a person cling to a leadership role after he's no longer welcome.

This wouldn't have happened if Musharraf listened to my humble advice a few years ago... (Please forgive the dated photo.) Instead, he's attempting to choose between resigning in disgrace or being impeached. I'm not sure he's being handled wisely or fairly, but this wouldn't have happened if he focused more on succession and less on personal success.
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jonathan dobrer said:

You want to put same comment on my piece on Clintons and just substitute Bill's name?
Cheers!
Jonathan

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