Machiavelli: Mission Over Morality

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Born in Florence in 1469, Niccolò Machiavelli was an Italian diplomat, philosopher, writer, and political theorist best known for "The Prince" (1513). Despite his death over 500 years ago, Machiavelli's name lives on today as a synonym for slyness, duplicity, and deception. Did the views he put forth in his lifetime warrant such an evil reputation? In this episode, we discuss Machiavelli's philosophy: Relying on one's own “virtú” versus relying on fortune, the "by any means approach" that takes putting mission over morality, and the need to adapt in the face of conflict.

Further reading: Quentin Skinner, "Machiavelli A Very Short Introduction" (Oxford, 2000).

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Machiavelli: Mission Over Morality

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Further reading: Quentin Skinner, "Machiavelli A Very Short Introduction" (Oxford, 2000).

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