The Romans had a history of distrusting kings, for good reason. It's worth noting that the latter kings before the Republic were Etruscan, foreigners, ruling ov

The Romans had a history of distrusting kings, for good reason. It's worth noting that the latter kings before the Republic were Etruscan, foreigners, ruling over the Roman people. Given the reaction of the people after Caesar's assassination, it was not a popular move by the Senate, regardless of the distrust the people had toward kingship in general. I understand the point you're making but personally find it to be a bit of a stretch.