The letter concludes with praise of prudence and moderation: Prudence (in all things a Virtue, in Politicks the first of Virtues).… Believe me, Sir, in all changes in the State, Moderation is a Virtue, not only amiable but powerful. It is a disposing, arranging, conciliating, cementing Virtue… to dare to be fearful when all about you are full of presumption and confidence…
