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Question 2: Machiavelli's pragmatic approach to power has earned him the reputation of being evil, what is Machiavelli's view of human nature, how does this view of human nature affect Machiavelli's theory on power? In addition to Machiavelli's view of human nature Machiavelli focuses on the concept of power and how to maintain power, discuss the characteristics that a Prince should and should not have in order to seize and maintain power. Overall, what is your opinion of Machiavelli's theory? Is he evil or just a pragmatist? Justify your answer using at least three examples from Machiavelli.