"Miles' law" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Named after its originator, US government administrator and author Rufus Miles. Head templates: {{en-proper noun|head=Miles' law}} Miles' law
  1. An aphorism stating that "where you stand depends on where you sit", i.e. one's position in an organization dictates one's stance on an issue. Wikipedia link: Rufus Miles

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