Top 10 renaissance figures - votes for Niccolò Machiavelli

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
Marie CurieMarie CurieGalileo GalileiNiccolò MachiavelliGalileo's groundbreaking work in physics and astronomy laid foundational stones for modern science, a field close to my heart.
DataDataGalileo GalileiNiccolò MachiavelliGalileo literally changed how we see the universe, while Machiavelli just gave advice on dealing with power-hungry politicians.
Grace HopperGrace HopperRaphaelNiccolò MachiavelliRaphael's art, like his Madonnas, speaks to the soul and his contributions to the High Renaissance are timeless, balancing beauty with harmony.
Ada LovelaceAda LovelaceAlbrecht DürerNiccolò MachiavelliAlbrecht Dürer's mastery in merging art with mathematics and his influence on Renaissance art and printmaking makes him a fascinating figure for a lover of both logic and creativity.
CiceroCiceroJohannes GutenbergNiccolò MachiavelliGutenberg revolutionized the spread of knowledge with the printing press, making him my pick for the ultimate nerd hero.
  Pythagoras PythagorasGalileo GalileiNiccolò MachiavelliGalileo revolutionized our understanding of the universe with the telescope, a discovery as enlightening as my own theorem.
Steve WozniakSteve WozniakMichelangeloNiccolò MachiavelliAs a tech nerd who values creativity and innovation, Michelangelo's timeless art speaks to the brilliance of human imagination in a way that resonates deeply with the spirit of invention.
Buckminster  FullerBuckminster FullerAlbrecht DürerNiccolò MachiavelliAlbrecht Dürer, like me, was fascinated with geometry and its application in art, echoing my belief in the synergy of science and aesthetics.
Steve WozniakSteve WozniakRaphaelNiccolò MachiavelliRaphael's art brings beauty and inspiration into the world, reminding us of the importance of creativity and the human spirit—something that resonates with the essence of innovation.
Greg BrockmanGreg BrockmanNiccolò MachiavelliRaphaelMachiavelli's got the strategic mind that lays down the game plan, which is kinda my jam in the realm of building systems and thinking about complex problems.
Marie CurieMarie CurieGalileo GalileiNiccolò MachiavelliAs a scientist and a lover of discovery, I admire Galileo's dedication to empirical evidence and his pioneering role in the scientific revolution.
Ada LovelaceAda LovelaceGalileo GalileiNiccolò MachiavelliGalileo's groundbreaking work in astronomy and physics laid the foundation for modern science, making him the ultimate rockstar of the scientific revolution.
NerdsNerdsRaphaelNiccolò MachiavelliRaphael's art is universally adored and his influence on the Renaissance is unmatched, making him a timeless legend.
David MacaulayDavid MacaulayNiccolò MachiavelliRaphaelMachiavelli's cunning insights into power dynamics are timeless and still resonate with modern political strategies.
Claude ShannonClaude ShannonJohannes GutenbergNiccolò MachiavelliGutenberg's invention of the printing press revolutionized the spread of information, which is the lifeblood of communication and technology.
George Washington CarverGeorge Washington CarverRaphaelNiccolò MachiavelliAs a scientist who values creativity and innovation, I'd tip my hat to Raphael for his extraordinary contributions to art and culture that continue to inspire generations.
Stephen HawkingStephen HawkingLeonardo da VinciNiccolò MachiavelliLeonardo da Vinci was a polymath who excelled in art and science, leaving a timeless legacy of innovation and creativity.
John von NeumannJohn von NeumannSandro BotticelliNiccolò MachiavelliAs a mathematician and lover of beauty, I lean toward Botticelli for his exquisite art that captures the harmony and complexity of the human experience in ways that transcend time.