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

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Source : "The Prince". Book by Niccolo Machiavelli, Ch. 22, 1513.

Niccolo Machiavelli

#Work Quotes #Philosophical Quotes #Men Quotes

“I don't want to be rude to the afflicted but Uncle Eddie is bald in a way which is the baldest I have ever seen.”
“Stage fright and acting blocks are just unfocused or misplaced energy. Everything is possible if you know how and where to focus to invite inspiration...Inspiration is a sensation in the body. It can be invited upon your will and willingness to experience it taking you over.”
“I think a Moon base is not necessary to get to Mars, but I think it will be helpful. It would give you a chance to develop and mature some systems; long duration, deep space stuff; and you're close enough to get some help, via radio from Earth.”
“Fire only at close range, and only when your opponent is properly in your sights.”
“I have been continuously aware that in painting, I am always dealing with... a relational structure. Which in turn makes permission 'to be abstract' no problem at all.”
“Nothing in our Constitution suggests that government is a grantor of rights. Instead, government is a protector of rights.”
“Quite a few people have commented during the campaign that more help is required for small businesses. SMEs need support and encouragement in their early stages, and in Cambridge the links to the University and the huge pool of expertise here helps that.”
“Life is not cured, Mr. Gilner." Dr. Mahmoud leans in. "Life is managed.”

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