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Grace Quote by Jack Cade

“It is to be remedied that the false traitors will suffer no man to come into the king's presence for no cause without bribes where none ought to be had. Any man might have his coming to him to ask him grace or judgment in such case as the king may give.” quote by Jack Cade
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“It is to be remedied that the false traitors will suffer no man to come into the king's presence for no cause without bribes where none ought to be had. Any man might have his coming to him to ask him grace or judgment in such case as the king may give.”

Jack Cade

About This Quote

Source Historical Record: The Insurrection of 1450, 1450

False traitors are barred from the king’s presence without cause, suggesting corruption and bribery.

In simple terms: Corruption blocks honest access to power.

Key Takeaway

Demand transparency in governance.

Themes

politics corruption justice

Mood

critical serious

Type

historical political

When to use this quote

  • legal reforms
  • public petitions
  • journalistic investigations
  • civil activism
  • policy debates

Key Concepts

royal court bribery legal rights power dynamics social equity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does corruption affect public trust?
  • What mechanisms ensure fair access to authority?
A Different Perspective

Historical context may differ from modern systems.

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