On the recordJanuary 1, 1790
They must be constrained (and their inclinations lead them to what their necessities require) by a real, vigorous, effective, decided, personal authority.
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Edmund Burke
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gutenberg.orgEdmund Burke: “They must be constrained (and their inclinations lead them to what their necessities require) by a real, vigorous…”
Editor's note · Context
In his critique of the French Revolution, he emphasizes the need for strong, personal authority to effectively command military forces.
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