Explanation: Refined policy ever has been the parent of confusion; and ever will be so, as long as the world endures.
Answer: The quoted sentence occurs in the introductory part of Edmund Burke's famous delivery "Speech on Conciliation with America”. Burke here comments on the nature of intricate or diplomatic policies taken by governments. He is of the opinion that a 'fine-spun scheme' often leads to confusion and aggravation of troubles.
England, the mother country, is under the potential threat of losing the opulent colonies of America. This is because England's policy of taxation created a chaotic situation in the colonies. Burke, the experienced and worldly-wise statesman, knows that only a policy of simple peace can get his country rid of this deep trouble. Refined or too clever policies might not work at the moment. Empirical evidence shows that tactful policies, instead of solving the problem, often breed confusion. He alludes to the fact that diplomatic policies like the penal bill and other measures of Lord North or Townshend always creates chaos and confusion. Hence, he, in his resolutions, urges the members of the House to 'simple peace... sought in the spirit of peace'.
Burke is here speaking from his experience. This experienced man knows clearly the outcome of intricate policies. He is confident and boldly makes his observation. He also provides a guideline for future statesmen saying that in the future too intricate policies will produce confusion and doubt. Burke's use of metaphor in the sentence is brilliant.
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