Napoleon was the best method. Dissolved all representative institutions and it decided who should rule the state with him.
Mao ZedongAt no time and in no circumstances should a Communist place his personal interests first; he should subordinate them to the interests of the nation and of the masses. Hence, selfishness, slacking, corruption, seeking the limelight, and so on, are most contemptible, while selflessness, working with all one's energy, whole-hearted devotion to public duty, and quiet hard work will command respect.
Mao ZedongIn a suitable temperature, an egg becomes a chicken, and there are no chickens born of stones.
Mao Zedong