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Quote by Niccolo Machiavelli
The first method for estimating the intelligence of a ruler is to

The first method for estimating the intelligence of a ruler is to look at the men he has around him. – Niccolo Machiavelli

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The wish to acquire more is admittedly a very natural and common thing and when men succeed in this they are always praised rather than condemned. But when they lack the ability to do so and yet want to acquire more at all costs, they deserve condemnation for their mistakes. – Niccolo Machiavelli

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