The struggle for power can lead to moral decay from "summary" of Darkness at Noon by Arthur Koestler
The thirst for power is a dangerous hunger that can consume even the most moral of individuals. In the pursuit of dominance and control, one may find themselves making compromises that go against their very principles. Rubashov, a once dedicated Communist, falls victim to this moral decay as he becomes entangled in the political machinations of the Party. As Rubashov rises in the ranks of the Party, he is forced to betray his own comrades in order to maintain his position of power. He justifies his actions as necessary sacrifices for the greater good, but deep down he knows that he is sacrificing his soul in the process. The more power he gains, the more his moral compass falters, until he becomes a mere shell of his former self. The Party's ruthless pursuit of power leaves no room for compassion or empathy. Those who dare to question or challenge the Party are swiftly eliminated, regardless of their past loyalty or contributions. Rubashov witnesses this brutal truth firsthand as his former allies are purged one by one, leaving him to ponder his own inevitable fate. In this atmosphere of fear and betrayal, moral values become twisted and distorted. Truth becomes a malleable concept, easily manipulated to serve the Party's interests. Rubashov struggles to hold onto his own sense of morality, but the relentless pressure of the Party's power games threatens to crush him completely. As Rubashov grapples with his conscience, he is forced to confront the harsh reality that power corrupts absolutely. The struggle for dominance has led him down a dark path, where morality has become a mere inconvenience in the quest for power. In the end, Rubashov must decide whether to cling to his last shreds of morality or succumb to the darkness that surrounds him.
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