Were the Catholics to have an equal share in the government with the Protestants, the Government and the country would be lost.' I will conclude by quoting the remarks of Mr.Fox, referred to above: 'If you do not allay their discontent, there is no way but force to keep them in obedience.

Can you convince them by the musket that their principles are false?
Can you prove to them by the bayonet that their pretensions are unjust?
Can you demonstrate to them by martial law that they enjoy the blessings of a free constitution?
No, it is said, but they may be deterred from the prosecution of the objects which you have determined to refuse.

But on what is this founded?
On the history of Ireland itself?
No; for the history of Ireland proves that, though repeatedly subdued, it could not be kept in awe by force; and the late examples will prove the effect which severity may be expected to produce....

I would therefore concede; and if I found I had not conceded enough, I would concede more.

I know of no way of governing mankind, but by conciliating them....