Source: Tenth Amendment Center
by Michael Boldin
“‘Fear is the foundation of most governments.’ John Adams was right – except for one word. Not ‘most.’ From ancient empires to modern regimes, the story never changes. Government power always expands fastest through fear. Fear is the tool, the trigger, the weapon. It’s the permanent excuse for crushing liberty.” (05/21/25)
https://tenthamendmentcenter.com/2025/05/21/fear-the-engine-of-power/