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I can not, therefore, see how this can be imputed as a crime, or how any of the kings ministers can be blamed for his do
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"I can not, therefore, see how this can be imputed as a crime, or how any of the king's ministers can be blamed for his doing what the public has no concern in; for if the public be well and faithfully served it has no business to ask by whom"

- Robert Walpole

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This quote by Robert Walpole is describing the actions of the king as well as his priests. He is claiming that if the public is being served well and faithfully, then it is not the general public's business to ask that is accountable for it. Walpole is indicating that the king as well as his priests must not be blamed for their actions if the general public is being served appropriately. He is additionally suggesting that it is not a criminal offense for the king and also his preachers to do what is essential to serve the general public. Walpole is stressing that the public should not be concerned with who is responsible for their solution, as long as they are being served well. This quote is a tip that the public must be focused on the top quality of solution they are obtaining, as opposed to who is supplying it.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Robert Walpole between August 26, 1676 and March 18, 1745. He/she was a famous Statesman from United Kingdom. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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