Passion blinded him to the consequences, so far as they concerned himself; and as to the consequences with regard to others, they were no part of his consideration,--nor ever will be with those who bear any resemblance to that virtuous patriot and lover of the rights of man.
Burke critiques a man's blindness to the consequences of his actions, highlighting a lack of consideration for others.
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