Niccolo Machiavelli's Beliefs

Throughout history there have been numerous varieties of governments and leaders. Each administers differently and their expectations for themselves and their citizens vary. Niccolo Machiavelli described his ideal government and nature of mankind in his writings The Prince; his beliefs can be seen in today’s society. He believes that mankind is willing to be deceived and that they are more concerned with property rather than relationships. Additionally, he believes that a ruler is better to be feared than loved and must be willing to do whatever it takes to maintain control over the people and the country.
President Mugabe, of Zimbabwe, shares similar traits to the prince Machiavelli described in The Prince by doing whatever he musts to maintain