Machiavelli would not approve of the methods of the global powers that be. If they were that successful, we wouldn't be this pissed-off. Also Machiavelli was a republican and lily had no real malice toward populism (though I don't know that he supported it)

"Reason" is full of morons. I've seen enough of their work to know that I am not interested in these hypocrites. What libertarian shills for the DNC? Also, lets not forget this gem from Jo Jorgenson... https://nationalfile.com/libertarian-party-presidential-nominee-endorses-black-lives-matter-then-says-she-only-endorses-concept-not-group/ https://beinglibertarian.com/the-problem-with-jo-jorgensen-tweets-opting-out/

Not that you should be confused about who BLM are, but just in case. - FYI Carl Benjamin's grandfather is from Africa (Probably Kenya). You know, because the color of your skin changes the fundamental nature of the Universe as you speak according to the modern left. So, you may need to know his "progressive stack" or whatever. https://www.bitchute.com/video/M7strfTD2uIy

This should be plenty for you decide where you stand on things. https://reason.com/2020/10/12/how-will-reason-staffers-vote-in-2020/

If you still think reading/watching "Reason" isn't a waste of time, than I imagine we would never come to common ground on more than a man's need for water.