I say that every prince must desire to be considered merciful and not …

Niccolo Machiavelli
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I say that every prince must desire to be considered merciful and not cruel. He must, however, take care not to misuse this mercifulness. ✨ Niccolo Machiavelli (2017). The Prince, p.52, Knickerbocker Classics
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