Machiavelli's ideas of leadership are strong indicators of what a good leader is in today's society. In many facets, according to Machiavellian literature, Donald Trump would have received some slight criticisms, but all in all he would have been considered a great leader. An important quality that Machiavelli would commend President Trump for is his nation's self sufficiency. Although we rely on others for several of our goods, we are ultimately self reliant, and we have the power to increase our already large military force. Machiavelli "[considers] those who are able to support themselves by their own resources who can, either by abundance of men or money, raise a sufficient army to join battle against any one who comes to attack them[...]". By this notion, we are more than self sufficient because our army is strong and can hold their own against most any military threat. President Trump's men are also "Well-organized and drilled", another facet which complements his military strength.
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