In order to produce this favorite unanimity in delusion, and to prevent all possibility of a return to our ancient happy concord, arguments for our continuance in this course are drawn from the wretched situation itself into which we have been betrayed.
Burke critiques the delusion that prevents a return to harmony, highlighting the manipulation of arguments.
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