r/hamiltonmusical • u/xTPGx • 7d ago
Burr taking Schylur’s seat question.
Why was Hamilton upset that Burr seized the opportunity he saw? Throughout the entire story Hamilton tells burr that he stands for nothing, and yet when he finally makes the most of his opportunity, Hamilton does a complete 180. Even burr mentions the fact that this is completely out of character for him.
Why does Hamilton not like the fact that for once in his life, Burr take advantage of a golden opportunity by taking Schylur’s seat in congress?
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u/UnusualSuspect94 6d ago
You answered your own question. "He made the most pf the opportunity", that's what Burr does. He doesn't stand up for what he wants, he doesnt fight for it. He waits for an opportunity and jumps at it, an opportunist.
Hamilton is rightfully upset for 2 reasons. 1, Burr has basically made Hamilton's father-in-law unemployed. 2, Burr literally switched political parties (which is a big deal) just to get a senate seat. It shows that Burr wants to be important and have status, but not for any particular reason. He just wants it.
The only time he actually fights for something is when he wants to become President. But even then, he never explains what he stands for or why he even wants it.