1. Quick-write: Power
Create a definition of power. Who should have power? In government? In relationships? In society? Who should not have power? Why?
Is it better to be liked or feared? Why?

3. Machiavelli’s The Prince
Machiavelli: first “political scientist”, politician, philosopher
It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both.
The first method for estimating the intelligence of a ruler is to look at the men he has around him.
Some terms:
Clemency: kindness
Enumerated: to mention an number of things
Some people:
Hannibal (247 BC): Carthage military leader; “one of the greatest military strategists in history”