But, as this is hardly yet the case of the Americans, in this middle state of their affairs, (much impaired, but not perfectly ruined,) one would think it must be their interest to provide, if possible, some further security for the terms which they may obtain from their enemies.
Burke suggests that the Americans, still in a precarious situation, should seek further security in their negotiations with Britain.
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