... position as leader. This idea can be applied to many other situations, and is a theme that is still pertinent to our 2003 American society. First, many business leaders adopt Machiavellian principles in running their companies, maintaining them, and making big profits. In the book, Management and Machiavelli, the author writes, "Corporations compete just as keenly as states, and are impelled by exactly the same human emotions of greed and fear and pride..." (Jay 14). This quote recognizes the similarities between the mindsets of political and corporate leaders. Not long ago in 2001, Kenneth Lay, the CEO of the Enron Corp., was investigated for unethical business practices. Arthur Anderson, the company's accounting firm was also under fire for its fraudulent actions. The exposure of this deceitful corporation sparked a widespread investigation of big business in the United States, leading to the discovery of more companies breaking the same laws. ...

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