Cicero knew of such times more than 2000 years ago
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Cicero was proscribed while Augustus was negotiating with Antony and Lepidus during the 2nd Triumvirate.
He viewed Julius Caesar very skeptically. He thought he was a great military leader, and a good personal friend - but didn't think his intentions were pure. Cicero, being a strong defender of the Republic, let his opinion be known to the public and the Senate.
When Julius was named Imperator, Cicero feared for his life. But Caesar was known for his clemency, and he did forgive Cicero. He even attempted to have him as part of his "cabinet." Cicero refused. The two remained cordial to each other.
After Julius was killed, Augustus viewed Cicero with disdain for what he said about Julius, and what obstacle he represented (the Republic.) When the 2nd Triumvirate was exchanging names of people to be killed, Augustus did not object to Cicero being listed by Antony.
After Cicero was killed, it was reported that Augustus saw a young boy reading some of Cicero's work. Augustus picked up the book, read a few passages, and told the boy "Cicero was an eloquent man. And a Patriot."