That was Sherlock Holmes’ observation in The Final Problem, as he contemplated the possibility of Moriarty’s organization finishing him off. It’s a cool epitaph, a sentiment all of us should aspire to.

Instead, of course, many people put their powers — skills, money, power — to use on the wrong side. Here are some examples.

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