Question 7 how did machiavelli’s idea of a good ruler differ from that of medieval philosophers? question 7 options: medieval philosophers believed a ruler should be most concerned with taking over other countries; machiavelli argued that a ruler should only worry about his own country. medieval philosophers believed the church leaders should be the only rulers in a country; machiavelli believed church leaders were not capable of ruling. medieval philosophers believed a ruler should base his actions on christian principles; machiavelli argued that a ruler should do whatever is necessary to secure and unite his state. medieval philosophers believed a ruler should be ruthless and fearless; machiavelli believed leaders should be compassionate and kind above all else.

The correct answer is the third option. In contrast of what philosophers stated at the time, Machiavelli argued that a ruler should do whatever he could in order to achieve the state's goals. This continues to be a highly controversial posture till this day because it clashes with ethical principles. Machiavelli's statement implies that a ruler can potentially incur in wrongdoings in order to get things done.

since most of current immigration into the u.s., both legal and illegal, is coming from latin america. it would be very difficult to imagine or rationalize a country my fellow citizens are trying desperately to flee into, would pose a threat to my prosperity or freedom. since the u.s. has a long history of intervention, but no record of permanent occupation, i would not feel oppression is the main objective.  

the largest free trade nation, along with the largest gdp in the world wanting to expand it's economic policy on us, and including us, could only be positive. the u.s. government has no interest in, or way of simply forcing american culture on us. and has no track record of it. other nations that adopted american social culture, or "americanization" did so voluntarily, mainly through the choice of allowing american businesses and u.s. citizens to come into their nations, as free operatives.