... abuse it other wise it will go just as fast as you saw it come to you. If you have the upper hand in an argument don't get arrogant otherwise you will see your point fading away into the distance like a fast moving horizon. I disagree with Machiavelli's notion that we must benefit for some by executing others. I do not believe that human sacrifice ... is necessary to instill fear in people to gain power. Power must be gained from respect and honor otherwise it will not last. Look at the longest lasting Imperial power in the world - China. How was ... a society able to exist so long und...

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