"It is on great occasions only, and after time has been given for cool and deliberate reflection, that the real voice of the people can be known."

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Men, to act with vigour and effect, must have time to mature measures, and judgment and experience, as to the best method of applying them. They must not be hurried on to their conclusions by the passions, or the fears of the multitude. They must deliberate, as well as resolve.

— Joseph Story