Powers That Be Quotes

“GONE. You're gone.
...Another case of not getting what I thought I wanted. Instead I'll get what I'm supposed to have because the Powers That Be can make better decisions for me than I can.”
― Kate McGahan

“Something died in the American people on November 22, 1963—call it idealism, innocence or the quest for moral excellence. It is the transformation of human beings which is the authentic reason and motive for the Kennedy murder.”
― James Shelby Downard, King-Kill/33

“- I feel trapped, to be honest. Does this protection come at a price?
Jinn laughed, finally a nice touch. I guess I need to chill out a little.
- Yes, Friday. Remember? They'll come again and you can never use your skills in anyone's presence again. Never. Now remind Justine that she has to get out of here. Send her out. It's just you and me, Eve.”
― Eve Janson, Quest: North

“Only idiots still cling to the grand illusion of democracy while the powers that be perpetuate their evil exploits in every corner of the world.”
― Eduvie Donald