Mercurius Politicus Antidote to Popular Mis representations
An 18th century tract harks at political misrepresentations and seeks to correct public opinion. It critiques common errors in governance and public discourse with satirical analysis and exhortations for enlightened debate.
Reflections on present State Affairs and Conscience
A 1705 reflection argues conscience should not be oppressed by civil exclusion from government. It disputes using religion to measure honesty or grant civil trust and warns against tying conscience to preferential power. The piece contends that civil preferment is a government grace, not a right, and cautions that tying faith to promotions fosters suspicion about sincerity.
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Vol. I
Mercurius Politicus