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The speakers also emphasize the importance of humility and humility's role in governance. They suggest that humility fosters self-awareness, preventing leaders from becoming blinded by their success. Without checks, leaders might become tyrannical, believing they are infallible, which historically has led to catastrophic outcomes.
The Historical Toll of Overreach
The discussion takes a sobering turn with references to 20th-century atrocities committed by unchecked governments. Examples like Mao Zedong's deadly policies—culminating in the death of an estimated 45 million people—serve as stark warnings of what can happen when power is left unchecked. The participants urge anyone debating the relaxation or elimination of term limits to consider these historical lessons seriously.