He is referring to being an extremist in the political manner.
Hammurabi was a Babylonian ruler who expanded his empire to control most of Mesopotamia by 1750 BCE. Hammurabi governed his empire by the use of his codes that were engraved in large basalt steles that stood in his cities.
its He received widespread support from common people. and also, He ran an aggressive campaign.
Yes and no it can so live some conflicts but it could also lead in rivalries that could last lifetimes