And that a basis of negotiation so inconsistent, so arbitrary, and so unjust is contrary to that uprightness and integrity which should mark the transactions of a great state, and is highly derogatory to the honor of this nation.
Burke critiques the integrity of state negotiations, emphasizing the importance of uprightness in international dealings.
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This is the spirit of our Constitution, not only in its settled course, but in all its revolutions.
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