On the record
It was plain to Hamilton that these timid conspirators wanted a bold chief to lead them into secession, and that since he would have nothing to do with them, they had invoked the aid of Aaron Burr.
Source
gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
Alexander observes Hamilton's understanding of the conspirators' desire for a strong leader to pursue secession, which they found in Burr.
Share
More from De Alexander
His lightest word, sent thrilling to the rim of a vast audience, swayed it with the magic of control.
Public sentiment generally sustained the Administration in such action, but many persons, including conservative Republicans, frequently questioned the right or justice of such procedure.
It cared nothing for the Democratic party except as it contributed to its selfish ends.
Gross and unfounded charges of fraud are made by them against those high in authority.
Other voices in this conversation
