How do their different assumptions about human nature and the state of nature inform their theories?
1.) In The Prince, Machiavelli writes: “And let no one resist my opinion on this with that trite proverb, that whoever founds on the people founds on mud.” According to Machiavelli, how should a prince “found on the people”? How does his advice ultimately benefit the people? 2.) Take a look at the foundations of […]