The Price of Power

Francis Bacon observes in his essay, Of Great Place, that people in powerful positions become servants to their positions. It has never been more obvious than in 20th century America that people in positions of power become servants themselves. Today's modern technology provides the driving force for those in powerful positions to become servants. Every company president, C.E.O., or management executive has in his possession such high tech devices as a cellular phone, …

…well. Michael Eisner, the C.E.O. of Disney Company, for instance, is sure to be seen only at the most elite country clubs and restaurants. I am sure you wouldn't run into Michael at Burger King or K-Mart. Although Frances Bacon lived in a different century, his observations are more alive in the 20th century than his own. Becoming a servant is normal operating procedure for those in powerful positions in 20th century America.