The populace might, on occasion, be strong enough to force the elder Pitt upon an unwilling king, or to shout for Wilkes and liberty against the unconstitutional usurpation of the monarch-ridden House of Commons.
Laski describes instances where public sentiment could influence political figures, illustrating the tension between the populace and the monarchy.
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How could it seek security where it defied the desires of the vast majority of its subjects?
In a time of crisis, particularly, when the things we hold most dear are threatened, we shall find the desire to throw overboard the habits of tolerance, almost irresistible.
If he stands alone, he has neither the knowledge nor the power to secure for himself proper protection.
Man is a one among many obstinately refusing reduction to unity.
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