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Political literature

Treason against the United States, shall consist only in levying war against them, or in adhering to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort. No person shall be convicted of treason unless on the testimony of two witnesses to the same overt act, or on confession in open court.

Constitution of the United States

1787

★ 2.1

I consider your crime worse than murder... Who knows but that millions more of innocent people may pay the price of your treason. Indeed, by your betrayal, you undoubtedly have altered the course of history to the disadvantage of our country.

Irving R. Kaufman

1951

★ 3.4

Essay · Magazine

If I had to choose between betraying my country and betraying my friend, I hope I should have the guts to betray my country.

1938

★ 3.5

TV news · TV program

We must not confuse dissent with disloyalty.

Edward R. Murrow

1954

★ 6.9