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Machiavelli believed that all governments required an institution like the Roman Dictatorship. More importantly, he believed that the laws of a nation provide for such a position in a time of crisis, instead of it being imposed on a nation against the laws.
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Machiavelli believed that dictatorships could be an effective form of government in times of crisis or instability. He argued that a strong leader, capable of making decisions quickly and decisively, could bring order and unity to a society. However, he also warned that dictators should be careful not to abuse their power and should govern in the best interest of the state.
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What dud Machiavelli believe leaders should do?
do the work and quit cheating
Machiavelli encouraged rulers and would-be rulers to believe what?
human nature was self-centered
Who published The Prince?
Niccolò di Bernardo dei Machiavelli
What were the names of Niccolo Machiavelli's children?
Lodovico Machiavelli, Totto Machiavelli, Guido Machiavelli, Piero Machiavelli, Bernardo Machiavelli, Primerana Machiavelli, Baccina Machiavelli
What Most one party systems are associated with?
Totalitarianism. wrong! its dictatorships (:
Briefly describe Machiavelii's philosophical views on religion and the monarchy?
Machiavelli believed that in order to have successful rulership, religion had to be one of the tools employed to control the people. I believe Machiavelli can be quoted as saying "If you think any man your master--kill him"
Does Machiavelli believe that the ends justify the means?
Yes, Machiavelli believed that the ends justified the means, especially in politics. He argued that rulers should do whatever is necessary to maintain power and stability, even if it means using deceit or force.
Was the enlightenment thinker who had the idea of republican government?
I believe Machiavelli is the answer. Though the term is much older and dates to Roman and Greek thinkers it began it's more current meaning from the writings of Machiavelli who used it to describe the states of Northern Italy, which were not monarchies.
Where did these machiavelli event happen?
Niccolo Machiavelli lived in Florence.
When did Zanobi Machiavelli die?
Zanobi Machiavelli died in 1479.
When was Thoughts on Machiavelli created?
Thoughts on Machiavelli was created in 1958.
What are niccolo Machiavelli sisters names?
Primavera Machiavelli (Vernacci) (b.1465) & Margherita Machiavelli (Minerbetti) (b.1468)
