I think fear will always be a more powerful means of influence than desire: "Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders.

I think fear will always be a more powerful means of influence than desire: "Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is tell them they are being attacked, and denounce the pacifists for lack of patriotism, and exposing the country to greater danger." Although said by one of the Nazi leaders - I don't think it is any less true.