John Dewey, American educator, wrote the very influential book called "Democracy and Education". He was a wise man with strong political and social issues, that's why his ideas are considered to be the most influential in education and social reform throughout the educational history of America. He is often associated with a terms of pragmatism and functional psychology.
The question can be classified as to what purpose they will use their power. Either for selfishness or selflessness. For selfishness, they are corrupt and will make their people suffer. For selflessness, they will try to find answers or solve common issues for the people and or for the country.