Worry not, EP, for I have returned. I know you have all missed me dearly.

Humility aside, I had an interesting discussion today. It involved types of power, and our conversation encompassed five: physical power, financial power, political power, military might, and power over the mind. Which do you believe is the most dangerous power one can possess?

I err on the side of power over the mind; this is the sort of power that a psychologist or perhaps a popular icon would have, someone who is either in a position of power over a fragile psyche or has power over the populace such that they can influence them by example. The logic to my decision is such that if you can sway someone's thoughts, and influence their decisions, you have complete and utter control. They trust you, and won't be likely to abandon you for greener pastures. What's more, you could probably change their views on a subject such that they'll be inspired to do something about it. Perhaps my view stems from my studies of Psychology, but that's what I believe.

Not as sinister as it might sound; really, it was about the best method one could use to preside over something like a country, and how to gain the loyalty of your subjects and the flaws associated with each.

As always, your turn.