fear in politics

Here's what I think: Using fear to try and control (or sway) people is a dumb tactic.  I'm not saying it won't work, because clearly it will.  But that's not the kind of method you should use when running a country.  You should be smart enough to come up with a better plan.  Or at least have the sense to hook up with people who are smart enough.  But using fear tactics is a short term solution with long term problems.