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It is better to be feared than loved from "summary" of Poder & Manipulação: Como entender o mundo em vinte lições extraídas de "O Príncipe", de Maquiavel by Jacob Petry
In the world of politics and power, the question of whether it is better to be feared or loved has been a topic of debate for centuries. According to Machiavelli, it is better to be feared than loved. This may seem counterintuitive at first, as many people believe that love is a stronger and more positive emotion than fear. However, Machiavelli argues that fear is a more effective tool for maintaining control and power. Fear, Machiavelli believes, is a more reliable motivator than love. People may love their leaders, but love can quickly turn to resentment or betrayal. Fear, on the other hand, is a more constant and predictable emotion. When people fear their leader, they are less likely to challenge or disobey them. Fear creates a sense of...
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