At one time men destitute of property are seduced by the alluring doctrine of universal suffrage--then the farmer is told that taxes are too high on land, and, with the same breath, the mechanic is sagely informed, that the poll tax should be repealed, and the burden fall back on the land holder.
Daggett illustrates the contradictory political messages that confuse voters, particularly regarding taxation and suffrage.
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My fellow citizens human nature is the same here as in France--Then before you give ear to the songs of enchantment Count the Cost--Before you sell your birthright for a mess of pottage Count the Cost.
On similar principles a wise people regard the conduct of other nations, and are solemnly admonished by their example.
If no benefits will result--if much evil will probably ensue--the course of duty and interest is plain.
The people swore eternal hatred to Monarchy, and eternal fidelity to Constitutions, till, heaven, weary of their perjuries, sent them a despot in his wrath.
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