“Paradoxically, preserving liberty may require the rule of a single leader-a dictator-willing to use those dreaded 'extraordinary measures, which few know how, or are willing, to employ.'”
Quote by Michael A. Ledeen
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Machiavelli on Modern Leadership: Why Machiavelli's Iron Rules Are As Timely And Important Today As Five Centuries Ago
Machiavelli on Modern Leadership delves into the timeless concepts presented by Niccolò Machiavelli, analyzing how his ideas on power, politics, and leadership continue to influence today's leaders. The book examines the practicality of Machiavelli's strategies and tactics in the context of modern organizations and political landscapes. more
Author
Michael A. Ledeen
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. more
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Source: Speeches and Proclamations, 1932-1945: The years 1935 to 1938