Alexander Hamilton Quote - Divide et impera must be the motto of every nation that either hates or fears us.

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Divide et impera must be the motto of every nation that either hates or fears us.

"Divide et impera must be the motto of every nation that either hates or fears us."

— Alexander Hamilton

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Author: Alexander Hamilton
Category: Fear
Tags: Fear Hate Nation Wary

Meaning of this quote

Division is portrayed as a strategy used by hostile powers.

Key takeaway: Notice incentives behind attempts to divide a community.

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Attributed author: Alexander Hamilton

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