There is evidence, which has appeared this very session before your House, infinitely more forcible and impressive to my apprehension than all the journals and ledgers of all the Inspectors-General from the days of Davenant.
Burke emphasizes the importance of compelling evidence over mere official records in assessing the situation.
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