Throughout human history, people have killed, robbed, and put their lives at risk in the pursuit of power. In fact, almost all of history can be thought of as people, tribes, and nations all competing for power.

However, occasionally there are those who have the ability to seize power but refuse to do so.

One man, in particular, did so twice.

Learn more about Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.
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