Niccolo Machiavelli, (1469-1527) Italian Statesman and Political Philosopher Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comment on this quote Share via Email Print this Page Niccolo Machiavelli Quote “[T]here is nothing more difficult to carry out, nor more doubtful of success, nor more dangerous to handle, than to initiate a new order of things. For the reformer has enemies in all those who profit by the old order, and only lukewarm defenders in all those who would profit by the new order." ”Niccolo Machiavelli ~ Niccolo Machiavelli (1469-1527) Italian Statesman and Political Philosopher Reform Ratings and Comments Reply jitaendra, gurgaon, India 9/22/14 Very true. Reply Ronw13, Yachats Or 9/22/14 " By associating themselves with auxiliaries whose objects differed from their own; and this association, which is always dangerous. " Machiavelli was a Republican as also his Father. It is strange how the democratic party clings to Machiavelli for wisdom, but only to deceive the opposition. In the end it is the people versus the banks. One star for being correct. Reply cal, Lewisville, tx 9/22/14 Why Hitler had to cleanse his own party in the night of the long knife. No party anywhere is pure. Reply Ronw13, Yachats Or 9/22/14 Then there would be no secure core ? It is not the party but the welcoming of all for Liberty and Freedom, with not a party but philosophy of seeking after that which good is ! First works ! Semper Fi. In Amen. Reply E Archer, NYC 10/5/14 Just goes to show that the 'new world order' is nothing but the 'old world order' 21st century style. Any order that protects the same old oligarchy is not 'new.' We have been under their thumb for a long time, only now are enough people waking up to make a difference -- expect many enemies of 'reform.' SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This Niccolo Machiavelli quote is found in these categories: Reform quotes About Niccolo Machiavelli Bio of Niccolo Machiavelli Quotations by Niccolo Machiavelli Books by/about Niccolo Machiavelli Niccolo Machiavelli videos Niccolo Machiavelli on Wikipedia Astrological chart for Niccolo Machiavelli