Quote by Niccolo Machiavelli

The main foundations of every state, new states as well as ancient or composite ones, are good laws and good arms you cannot have good laws without good arms, and where there are good arms, good laws inevitably follow.

The main foundations of every state, new states as well as a

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This quote highlights the importance of both effective laws and a strong military in establishing and sustaining a thriving state. It suggests that good laws alone are not enough to ensure order and security; they need to be backed by a robust defense force. Conversely, if a state possesses a strong military, it will naturally be inclined to establish good laws to maintain control and govern effectively. The quote suggests that a balance between strong laws and a capable military is necessary for a state's stability and success.

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