We’ve all heard that “knowledge is power,” often to the point where it seems like a cliche. While this phrase is originally attributed to the philosopher Francis Bacon, it has been repeated by many ...

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Knowledge is power’ goes the adage. This is an axiomatic truth relevant to all times and ages. As far as power is concerned, it has two components—the first is pure unsullied knowledge and the second ...