Niccolò di Bernardo dei Machiavelli (Niccolo Machiavelli) Quotes

We must bear in mind, then, that there is nothing more difficult and dangerous, or more doubtful of success, than an attempt to introduce a new order of things in any state. For the innovator has for enemies all those who derived advantages from the old order of things, whilst those who expect to be benefited by the new institutions will be but lukewarm defenders.

Niccolò di Bernardo dei Machiavelli

Niccolò di Bernardo dei Machiavelli

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