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Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.
by Abraham Lincoln Found in Adversity Quotes, Advice / experience / wisdom Quotes, Miscellaneous Quotes, Power Quotes, Wisdom Quotes,
Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.
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