because he wants brutus to take the blame for murder of caesar
Brutus and Cicero are characters in the play, "Julius Caesar" by William Shakespeare. Brutus objected to having Cicero join as one of the conspirators because he feared Cicero will not follow what other men have started.
Brutus felt that Cicero was too weak and would not follow through with the plan because he was too scared.
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Yes he did.
Brutus does. He says that Cicero will never go with a project he himself did not start.
Brutus thinks that Cicero would not be happy in any movement he did not actually start himself. Basically, he thinks that Cicero has too much of a swollen ego for their purposes.
apparently brutus and cicero
When Brutus rejects Cicero's involvement in their conspiracy against Caesar, Cassius is frustrated and disappointed. This reaction highlights a tension in their relationship, as Cassius values alliance and the wisdom Cicero brings, while Brutus prioritizes their moral stance and unity over individual contributions. It underscores Brutus's idealism and sense of honor, contrasting with Cassius's pragmatic approach, revealing their differing perspectives on leadership and trust within the conspiracy.
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Cicero is the senator whom Brutus refuses to ask to join the conspiracy.
Brutus however disagrees, arguing that Cicero "will never follow anything" (Line 150). Cassius agrees to leave Cicero out of their conspiracy... The Cicero issue settled, some very important decisions are made.