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Quote by Oliver Lyttelton, 1st Viscount Chandos

“Power in a corporation becomes residual and dwells in the background. It is the ability to exercise nice matters of judgment.”

Quote by Oliver Lyttelton, 1st Viscount Chandos

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Oliver Lyttelton, 1st Viscount Chandos

Oliver Lyttelton, 1st Viscount Chandos, was a British politician, writer, and critic. He served as a pilot during World War I and entered politics after the war. Lyttelton was known for his wide-ranging interests and talents, engaging in literature, politics, and media. more

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