Sentences with phrase «actions led to their downfall»

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«Either of those actions was unthinkable to us back in 1999, for we understood that President Richard Nixon's attempt in this regard ultimately led to his downfall,» Katyal wrote.

Oedipus thinks he can manage his own destiny through the power of his intelligence and his impulsive action, when in fact these very qualities lead to his downfall.

Stronger proposals to ban their ability to earn outside income and restrict contributions from limited liability corporations — actions that led to the downfall of former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver and former Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos — went by the wayside.

While Cameron doesn't share Blair's crusading language or zeal, proof is in actions rather than words — and in the actions that have led to his diminution and quite possibly downfall, he's again proven himself to be the heir to Blair.

Scarborough, in separate appearances before state and federal judges Monday, apologized for his actions and the «profound stupidity» that led to his downfall.

Having gone through the breakup of a long marriage, and discovering after the fact how my attitude led to the downfall of my relationship, I feel like I want women to see the potential ramifications of their actions.