“The truth unquestionably is, that the only path to a subversion of the
republican system of the Country is by flattering the prejudices of the people
and exciting their jealousies and apprehensions, to throw affairs into
confusion, and bring on civil commotion. Tired at length of anarchy, or want of
government, they may take shelter in the arms of monarchy for repose and
security.”
—Alexander Hamilton (1755-1804), colonial-era statesman, “Objections and Answers Respecting the Administration of the
Government,” The Hamilton Papers, 1792.
• Editorial Comment: God save the queen.
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