[Men of property are] of great consequence to general society; they have much responsibility, being a natural part of Legislature—their voices must b… - Edmund Burke

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[Men of property are] of great consequence to general society; they have much responsibility, being a natural part of Legislature—their voices must be heard, their Interests are with the Public. Commerce increases Luxury, and Merchants support the State; but Kings, Nobles, and Gentry, are nothing without possessions.