Brutus on the Acta of Caesar

Today we gather Senators to discuss the acta of Caesar. For me this is an easy decision, as it should be for you all. For our first responsibility is to our people, and this decision should be made in their favor. Since the death of the tyrant, the people have been confused and in mourning. Many of you would claim that this is of my hands. You all know my thoughts on such an opinion, but the fact remains that there is unrest. And in my heart, I feel that it is our responsibility to handle this unrest.
In my opinion the best way to do this is to uphold these acta. There is already so much discord that holding elections would only lead to more confusion and chaos. I fear it would also lead to rioting and protests.
I must also make the motion to uphold the appointment to uphold Dolabella to consul, as he is the consul elect. For truly, if we are to return to the ways of the republic, then we ought to have two consuls instead of one. As well as the fact that I don't believe it wise for our current consul to rule by himself. Not only does this give the wrong impression to the people about our intentions with the republic, I do not trust Marc Antoni on his own. Let us postpone elections until such a time as the republic is more stable.