They will begin rather to consult their own repose and their own popularity than the critical and perilous trust that is in their hands.
Edmund Burke: “They will begin rather to consult their own repose and their own popularity than the critical and perilous trust that is…”
Editor's note · Context
Burke observes that judges may prioritize their own comfort and popularity over their responsibilities.
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