As Brutus’ friendship with Caesar grew stronger, his fear of power became deeper. Brutus admits, “I do fear the people choose Caesar for their king,” (I, 2, 79-80). He felt if Caesar were crowned king he would turn Rome into a dictatorship and take Rome’s republic away from the people.

Cassius’ plot to gather a group of conspirators together and murder Caesar seemed perfect for Brutus. Cassius knew if the knew if the conspirators were backed by Brutus, they could win over Rome. Brutus was the only other Roman other than Caesar who shared power over the people. Cassius appr

Marcus Brutus supported by Rome throughout the entire play. The murder of Caesar did not turn Rome against him. People could only look back on his life and call him the noblest Roman of them all.

oached Brutus saying, “Yes, every man of them, and no man here but honors you,” (II, 1, 90-91). Though Brutus envied Caesar, he feared Caesar’s power. Therefore he was hesitant in killing Caesar. Had Brutus not felt that it was for the better part of Rome, no attempt would have been made.

Brutus’ ambition was driven by his desire to get the most for his country. He went to great lengths to gain Caesar’s appreciation. Once that was gained he now held a minor control over the people. The people of Rome admired Brutus as a dignified military leader. Some see the murder of Caesar as a selfish act or Brutus’ behalf, but most see it as a way to unite Rome. W

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