________ stated, "The ends justify the means."
A) Winston Churchill
B) Nelson Mandela
C) Mother Teresa
D) Niccolo Machiavelli
E) None of the above

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The phrase "the ends justify the means" is often attributed to Niccolo Machiavelli, an Italian philosopher and writer who lived during the Renaissance. Machiavelli believed that it is acceptable for a leader to use any means necessary, including dishonesty and violence, to achieve their goals and maintain power. This philosophy is central to his most famous work, "The Prince."

________ Stated, "The Ends Justify the Means