C. S. Lewis | the Inner Ring

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C. S. Lewis | The Inner Ring
Lewis describes the slow and subtle process of indoctrination that can take place when someone yearns to be in a position of power and prestige within a profession, one that can ultimately lead to corruption and punishment. He contrasts this with simply striving to be good at one's profession without seeking this kind of unearned influence.
-As soon as you gain access to an "Inner Ring," according to Lewis, you seek to

• A) remain in it forever.
• B) retreat to an earlier position.
• C) advance to yet another "Inner Ring."
• D) expose the "Inner Ring" to those outside it.

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