The Italian political philosopher Niccolo Machiavelli famously mused in The Prince that although it is preferable to have both, it is better for a political leader to be feared rather than loved.
A leader who is loved but not feared is easily taken advantage of, Machiavelli writes. But the fear of punishment is far stronger at maintaining respect.
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