It is impossible for you to have a subject before you of more importance, and that requires a more cool and more mature consideration, both on its own account, and for the credit of our sobriety of mind, who are to resolve upon it.
Burke stresses the importance of careful consideration when addressing significant matters, both for their own sake and for the reputation of those involved.
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