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Which political philosopher argued that the best rulers are the ones willing to do whatever it takes to stay in

power?
Niccolo Machiavelli
Aristotle
Thomas Hobbes
John Locke

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It was Thomas Hobbes because he believed that a government headed by a king was the best form that the sovereign could take. Placing all power in the hands of a king would mean more resolute and consistent exercise of political authority, Hobbes argued.
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