Paine and Panic

Paine says that ‘panics can produce as much good as hurt.’ What does he mean by this? Do you agree?

I agree with this statement. To me it seems to mean, that panic can be good but it does have a bad size. Panic can create unity amongst people and give them a drive to achieve a goal, however at the same time it could split people up and cause extreme disorganisation. It also has the capability to shatter a drive for a goal, panic can cause depression and depression can efectively destroy an effort.