ainst the king. Henry's was raised to kingship by his popularity and the same rebellion against Richard. But now his popularity has faded and the commonwealth are not only in despair and sad with their countries leader but they also want Richard back as their king. The Archbishop speaks on behalf of the citizens and states,
             The commonwealth is sick of their own choice;
             Their over-greedy love hath surfeited.
             He also states in reference to Richard's preferred leadership over Henry's,
             Cryest now O earth yield us that king again and take thou this.....
             Past and to come seem best; things present, worst.
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