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Edmund Burke

There is but one law for all, namely that law which governs all law, the law of our Creator, the law of humanity, justice, equity - the law of nature and of nations.

Edmund Burke

Nature

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Edmund Burke is saying that every law should be based on a higher, universal principle that comes from our Creator and reflects fairness and justice for all people. This ultimate law is rooted in natural rights and the shared rules that govern relationships between nations.

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