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
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.
