Question

Which of the following best describes how political changes influenced the ideas of Machiavelli?

Answer 1

The best answer would be The Church maintained a firm control of the political leaders but began to lose ground as they became more corrupt. Due to the failing rulers Machiavelli, tried to give an advise to the Medici on how to maintain power in a corrupt society. Maintaining that it is better to be feared than to be loved, as this would ensure the continuity of their rule.