Fear, it is said, is a great motivator. When someone on unemployment sees benefits running out and the fears of starvation, losing one's house and seeing their children suffer arise it often motivates them to get off their butt and work. When one hears the footsteps of a burglar ascending the stairs to their bedroom fear often motivates them to collect their gun and prepare to shoot first and ask questions later. When those who believe they are endowed by God with the right to lead men fear losing their power the motivation often arises for them to do whatever it takes to keep such from happening by any means necessary.
