Alexander Hamilton Quote - If we must have an enemy at the head of government, let it be one whom we can oppose, and for whom we are not responsible.

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If we must have an enemy at the head of government, let it be one whom we can oppose, and for whom we are not responsible.

"If we must have an enemy at the head of government, let it be one whom we can oppose, and for whom we are not responsible."

— Alexander Hamilton

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Author: Alexander Hamilton
Category: Enemy
Tags: Enemy Government Responsible Wary

Meaning of this quote

The speaker prefers opposing an adversary without assuming responsibility for elevating them.

Key takeaway: Consider the responsibility attached to a political compromise.

Who actually said this?

Attributed author: Alexander Hamilton

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