Explain the overall approach to leadership advocated by Machiavelli and by Lao Tzu

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Explain the overall approach to leadership advocated by Machiavelli and by Lao-Tzu, comparing and contrasting their positions on at least three (3) key aspects of leadership. Speculate about which type of leader (Machiavellian or Lao-Tzuian) most current day Americans would want to be ruled by, and support your argument with examples.

  • The body of your essay (at least 3 paragraphs) must offer supporting points, discussion, and examples. Use proper citation to document sources.MLA format
    • For this paper, you may not use FIRST or SECOND person pronouns (exception: second person
      may be used for choice 3)
    3-4 full pages of text, typed,
    double-spaced, with 12-point regular font, and 1-inch margins).
    • Use no contractions and use no abbreviations.
    • You MUST support your argument by using properly quoted and cited excerpts from the readings; reference these properly in both in-text citations and in your Works Cited/Reference list.
    • No more than 10% of your paper should consist of direcvtky quoted material.