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That party never can wish to see Great Britain pledge herself to give the lead and the ground of advantage and superiority to the France of to-day, in any treaty which is to settle Europe.
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Edmund Burke
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Burke argues against aligning with France, emphasizing the importance of maintaining Britain's sovereignty and traditional values.
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