I doubt whether patriotism can stand the ware and tear and temptation of the front benches in the House of Commons

I doubt whether patriotism can stand the ware and tear and temptation of the front benches in the House of Commons

Anthony Trollope, a renowned English novelist and former civil servant, was no stranger to the inner workings of the British political system. His experiences working in the Post Office and later running for a seat in Parliament gave him a unique perspective on the challenges and temptations faced by politicians, particularly those on the front benches in the House of Commons.