By using this form of rhetoric, he is manipulating the civilian's thoughts causing them to do what he wants. Persuading citizens into attacking the members rather than the problem is an obvious act of evil. .
Many can agree that Cassius did only what was best for Rome. Readers may think this because he gives logical reasons to show why it is best for the people. He suggests that Caesar must be killed before he gains absolute power and causes destruction. This reason shows his leadership and good intentions for Rome, but there is an evil intention wanted to be taken place that is much bigger. The truth behind his good reasons is that he is murdering a man. Others disagree with this claim and suggest that the council is merely purgers, not murderers. Although this killing may have different titles, killing is murder and murder is still a vicious crime. This character achieves the murder successfully with the assistance of Brutus whom he manipulates. Cassius abused Brutus' feelings by comparing him to his ancestors. "Rome thou hast lost the breed of noble bloods "(Shakespeare I, II, 51, 689). This quote proves the abuse in his words. When he speaks of Rome losing their noble people, it dwells inside Brutus' mind. In the article Julius Caesar and Coriolanus: Shakespeare's Roman World of Words the author agrees that Brutus' feelings and thoughts are manipulated by Cassius. "He makes Brutus feel that he must commit a spectacular public act in order to validate his name. In doing this, Cassius is less than honest. His victim, however, not only plays into his hands but better his instruction "(Barton 5). This quote proves that Cassius will lie and do whatever it takes in order to get Brutus to do what he wants. When the word "victim " is used, it emphasizes the hurt and crime that is caused by Cassius. Not only does he manipulate Brutus' actions, but he uses this manipulation to achieve an act of evil.