I admit that the greater interests of state will for a moment supersede all other considerations; but if there was a rule, that a sovereign never should let down his dignity without a sure payment to his interest, the dignity of kings would be held high enough.
Burke suggests that a sovereign should maintain dignity while ensuring their interests are protected.
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