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Michael A. Ledeen is an American historian and author specializing in modern European history, with a particular emphasis on the history of Italy and the Cold War. He has written extensively on these topics and is a prominent figure in historical research.

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“In order to achieve the most noble accomplishments, the leader may have to 'enter into evil.' This is the chilling insight that has made Machiavelli so feared, admired, and challenging. It is why we are drawn to him still.”

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Book:Machiavelli on Modern Leadership: Why Machiavelli's Iron Rules Are As Timely And Important Today As Five Centuries Ago

Source: Machiavelli on Modern Leadership: Why Machiavelli's Iron Rules Are As Timely And Important Today As Five Centuries Ago

“They must attack us in order to survive, just as we must destroy them to advance our historic mission.”

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Book:The War Against the Terror Masters: Why It Happened. Where We Are Now. How We'll Win.

Source: The War Against the Terror Masters: Why It Happened. Where We Are Now. How We'll Win.

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Born: August 1, 1941
Known for: Historian
Quotes: 10

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Machiavelli on Modern Leadership: Why Machiavelli's Iron Rules Are As Timely And Important Today As Five Centuries AgoRelated source material

The War Against the Terror Masters: Why It Happened. Where We Are Now. How We'll Win.Related source material

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