Balance of power is essential for stability from "summary" of The New Science of Politics by Eric Voegelin
The fundamental problem of politics is the reality of power. Power, by its very nature, is prone to abuse and corruption. History has shown time and again that when power is concentrated in the hands of a few, it leads to oppression, tyranny, and instability. The only way to prevent such abuse of power is to ensure that power is balanced among different centers of authority.
The concept of balance of power is essential for stability because it prevents any one individual or group from gaining unchecked control over the political system. By distributing power among various institutions, such as the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government, as well as between levels of government, such as federal, state,...
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