Quote by Edmund Burke, Works, vol. II, p.

It looks to me to be narrow and pedantic to apply the ordinary ideas of criminal justice to this great public contest. I do not know the method of drawing up an indictment against a whole people.

It looks to me to be narrow and pedantic to apply the ordina

Summary

This quote suggests that applying conventional criminal justice principles to larger social and political conflicts is restrictive and lacking in depth. It criticizes the idea of creating an indictment against an entire population, implying that it oversimplifies the complexities of such situations. This perspective highlights the need for a broader understanding and approach to justice when dealing with matters of profound public importance and broader societal issues.

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By Edmund Burke, Works, vol. II, p.

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