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The Whisperer on Reward and Liberty in a Free Commonwealth
An essay-like reflection argues that public service deserves fair reward but not excess, warning against ingratitude and revolutionary ambition. It recalls Shakespeare and Alcibiades to illustrate loyalty, fear, and the dangers of unchecked power within a free state. It notes Athens’ treatment of Alcibiades and the balance of praise and punishment in governance.
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