"The Government and the Parliament, even the House of Lords, will consent to a large increase of electors; and men who have not considered the subject fully will imagine they have gained much by the concession"

John Bright's quote is a commentary on the power of the government and the parliament, and how they can affect the general public's opinion. He is recommending that the federal government and parliament can easily control the public by approving them a large boost in the variety of electors. This boost in electors will make people believe they have actually acquired something, despite the fact that they might not have considered the complete implications of the decision. Intense is cautioning that the federal government and parliament can use this method to sway popular opinion in their favor. He is also suggesting that individuals need to be more knowledgeable about the decisions made by the government and parliament, and not just accept them blindly. By doing so, they can make sure that their rights and flexibilities are not being taken away without their knowledge.