I think it may be shown that the post of sovereign over an intelligent and political people under a constitutional monarchy is the post which a wise man would choose above any other--where he would find the intellectual impulses best stimulated and the worst intellectual impulses best controlled.
Bagehot believes that the role of sovereign in a constitutional monarchy is the most intellectually stimulating position.
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And again, in political matters, how quickly a leading statesman can change the tone of the community!
But as soon as the House met, Lord Thurlow became the greatest.
The moderate people of every party must combine to support the Government which, on the whole, suits every party best.
And therefore party is inherent in it, is bone of its bone, and breath of its breath.
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