Knowledge is power
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Knowledge is power, and this species of knowledge is no exception.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
There’s truth in the old idiom: Knowledge is power.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 27, 2025
Knowledge is power, and the equitable distribution of knowledge is inseparable from other forms of equality.
From Salon • Sep. 3, 2023
Knowledge is power on Wall Street, and investing pros have the reputation of being the most knowledgeable.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 29, 2021
Knowledge is power, but the knowledge of one man has its limitation, for the man will die.
From A Modern Wizard by Ottolengui, Rodrigues
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