It has been said, and it is the second charge, that in the questions of the Irish trade I did not consult the interest of my constituents,--or, to speak out strongly, that I rather acted as a native of Ireland than as an English member of Parliament.
Burke defends his actions regarding Irish trade, asserting his loyalty to his constituents.
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