If that task is approached in a grudging or reluctant spirit, we shall be sowing the seeds of failure, and shall forfeit our claim to receive the friendly co-operation of the representatives of the people.
Morley warns that a reluctant approach to governance will lead to failure and hinder cooperation with the people.
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