... He who innovates will have for his enemies all those who are well off under the existing order of things, and only lukewarm supporters in those w… - Niccolò Machiavelli

...the incredulity of mankind, who do not truly believe in anything new until they have had actual experience of it.

For he who innovates will have for his enemies all those who are well off under the existing order of things, and only lukewarm supporters in those who might be better off under the new.

The innovator makes enemies of all those who prospered under the old order, and only lukewarm support is forthcoming from those who would prosper under the new.

Concerning this, it should be noted that men must be either caressed or wiped out; because they will avenge minor injuries, but cannot do so for grave ones. Any harm done to a man must be of the kind that removes any fear of revenge.

He who is highly esteemed is not easily conspired against

Nature creates few men brave, industry and training makes many.