For one thing he knew that disturbance would be followed by coercion, and he knew and often said that of course strong coercion must always in the long run win the day, little as the victory might be worth.
Morley reflects on the inevitability of coercion following civil disturbance, highlighting the harsh realities of political conflict.
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