In all cases where the strength of the whole was necessary to be used against the enemy, there would be the same difficulty in degree, to bring the several unions to unite together, as now the several colonies; and consequently the same delays on our part and advantage to the enemy.
This statement reflects Franklin's understanding of the challenges in uniting the colonies against a common enemy.
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