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And as this is the case, O Caius Manilius, in the first place, I exceedingly praise and
approve of that law of yours, and of your purpose, and of your sentiments. And in the second
place, I exhort you, having the approbation of the Roman people, to persevere in those
sentiments, and not to fear the violence or threats of any one. And, first of all, I think you
have the requisite courage and perseverance; and, secondly, when we see such a multitude
present displaying such zeal in our cause as we now see displayed for the second time, in
appointing the same man to the supreme command how can we doubt in the matter, or question our
power of carrying our point? As for me, all the zeal, and wisdom, and industry, and ability of
which I am possessed, all the influence which I have through the kindness shown for me by the
Roman people, and through my power as praetor, as also, through my reputation for authority,
good faith, and virtue, all of it I pledge to you and the Roman people, and devote to the
object of carrying this resolution.
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