How we cite our quotes: (Part.Chapter.Line)
Quote #4
The commander shakes her head at my silence. "Okay, Iparis," she says to the Girl. "We've tried your tactic. Now let's try mine." She turns to the dark-haired captain and nods once. "Cop her." (1.21.52)
Commander Jameson and Thomas don't even hesitate when it comes to killing innocent citizens. Their choices show that they have a serious disregard for life—at least when it comes to the expendable poor who live in the slums.
Quote #5
"I've never worked with the Patriots," I snap. "If I ever kill, I'll do it on my own terms." (2.7.14)
Day acts as a bit of a lone ranger because he's not trying to join a movement; he actually has a personal vendetta against the Republic based off of his experiences. Does he want all the glory for himself, or does he just not want to get political about it?
Quote #6
"Well, let me tell you a secret. I'm from a poor sector too. But I followed the rules. I worked my way up. I earned my country's respect. The rest of you people just sit around and complain and blame the state for your bad luck. Bunch of dirty, lazy cons." (2.7.36)
Instead of choosing to feel empathy and compassion toward his fellow citizens in the poor sectors, Thomas goes in the exact opposite direction. He treats poor people like they're trash, and doesn't want anything to do with them.