I could never understand why the human race places so much importance of one man or woman to lead an organisation , community or government. Why is there so much triumphalism when a violent political opponent is toppled or despair when a leader of a respectable organisation is lost.
We would do well not to underestimate the threat from Al Qaeda since the removal of their leader - they have in fact already struck to devastating effect in Pakistan.
The International Monetary Fund still continues to function without its charismatic leader. Most institutions, especially those belonging to established democracies, continue to function well when their leaders fall from power. There is nearly always someone who can take over the reigns of power. So why should we pay so much respect to the cult of the personality or celebrity? Could it be that animal instinct is more powerful than rationality?
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