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Niccolo Machiavelli

Princes and governments are far more dangerous than other elements within society.

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Machiavelli means that those in power, like rulers and political leaders, have a greater ability to cause harm or control people compared to ordinary members of society. Their decisions and actions can affect many lives and shape the entire social order, making them more threatening than individuals without such authority.

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