Men shrink less from offending one who inspires love than one who inspires fear.
Niccolo MachiavelliA wise prince will seek means by which his subjects will always and in every possible condition of things have need of his government, and then they will always be faithful to him.
Niccolo MachiavelliHalf of these aren't even Machiavelli. Some are Plato, Thucydides etc....doesnt anyone check these?
Niccolo MachiavelliPrinces and governments are far more dangerous than other elements within society.
Niccolo Machiavelli