The English think they are free. They are free only during the election of members of parliament.

Summary

This quote suggests that the English have a limited understanding of their own freedom. While they may consider themselves free, the quote implies that such freedom is only accessible during the process of electing members of parliament. This implies a view that the English people may only have a limited influence on decision-making and governance outside of this specific democratic process. It raises questions about the extent of true freedom and political participation in the English context beyond the election system.

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