- As I have written (doubleaspect.blog/2025/03/24/v...) this is Gaius Verres crucifyinig Roman citizens. But Verres had the decency (or at least self-interest) to run away when exposed. His spiritual heirs just tell the praetor and sneer. As Cicero said on another occasion, O tempora! O mores! 1/2Apr 1, 2025 12:52
- If someone tells you that the common good requires or even allows this sort of thing, you know what sort of 'good' they have in mind, and how 'common' it really will be. You should be smart enough not to take chances on not being crucified next. 2/2
