Julius Caesar: Controversy Of Brutus

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1. He was looking to the best interest or Rome.
2. He thought Julius Caesar would become a dictator and ultimately lead to the fall of Rome.
3. He believed Julius Caesar was too ambitious for his own good.
Brutus as a betrayer
1. Julius Caesar was his best friend
2. He collaborated with people whose interest was not what best for Rome.

Brutus is the subject of controversy in regards to patriotism and betrayal Brutus was a patriot because although Brutus’s action may have suggested otherwise, he did everything in protection of the Roman people and in support of his country. All his action was done out of pure love for his country. Brutus is a patriot because he supported his country, although some may disagree because Brutus betrayed his friend
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