feb 1, 133 BC - Tiberius Gracchus

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Corruption in Rome - People trust military commanders more than actual leaders
From wealthy family
§ Elected tribune in 133 BCE
§ Proposed land reform law
§ All public land returned to state
§ (Large tracts, leased to patricians – HUGE profits)
§ Redistribute land fairly among people (rich & poor)
§ Controversial – debated EVERYWHERE
§ Patricians persuade 1 tribune to veto
§ All must consent
§ Law defeated
Senators stir up a riot and killed him w 300 supporters

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