Obtaining power and maintaining power as a leader, these are two goals, which Niccolo Machiavelli believes he has the correct method. The main point that drives his beliefs is that men will follow a powerful leader. ... According to Machiavelli, a leader must be aware of the bad nature in man, and assume the worst in every aspect. ... I believe Machiavelli's views on rulers are correct, but very extreme. ... In Machievelli's eyes, a ruler must meet many standards to obtain power and rise as a powerful leader. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

All leaders to some extent use deceit to make people see their point of view. ... Nobody will trust or provide service for a laughable leader who isn't serious. ... I disagree with Machiavelli's notion that we must benefit for some by executing others. ... The Chinese respected their leader and revered him with confidence and virtuous admiration. ... Another portion of Machiavelli's philosophy I disagree with is his idea of annihilating enemies and seeming cruel to keep people in line. ...

• Word Count: 1544
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• Grade Level: High School