“The prince must consider, as has been in part said before, how to avoid such scandal and hatred as would cost him the affection of the people”
— Niccolo Machiavelli
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A leader needs to be careful not to do things that would make people dislike or distrust them. If people are angry or feel betrayed, they might stop supporting their leader. For example, if a mayor in a town starts raising taxes too high and uses the money unwisely, people could get very upset and lose faith in their ability to lead. This could make it hard for the mayor to achieve their goals and stay in power. To keep the support of the community, the mayor should make fair and honest decisions that benefit everyone. By doing this, they maintain the trust and affection of the people, which is important for good leadership.
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