Gaius Octavius speaks concerning the acta

Most noble Roman senators,
I, Gaius Octavius, come before you today to address another pressing issue that faces this state: Caesar’s acta. As you are well aware, before Caesar’s untimely death at the hands of some violent and misguided men, he had composed a substantial amount of acta aimed at various political and social issues. The past legislations enacted by Caesar were for the betterment of Rome as a whole and allowed it to reach a state of stability and political equilibrium. Despite how many of you might feel about his political actions in the past, there is no doubt that Caesar maintained a tight control over this empire that allowed it to run smoothly but also exhibit itself in a just manner. His political appointments might have seemed, at times, an attempt to gain favor and support, but it was those appointments that allowed for this state to see the prosperity it has achieved to this day. Who among us would argue that his own appointment from Caesar was a wrong one? There is no doubt that Caesar’s magistrates, who were appointed to maintain our foreign states, have done great work in maintaining our far-reaching boundaries and vast empire. Caesar’s military prowess and unmatched diplomacy have allowed for our foreign policy to see monumental success and has allowed for this state to gain an excess of wealth and opulence. It was Caesar who was courageous enough to initiate many policies regarding internal affairs, so that justice and legality might always be considered when issues arose. I know that in this state of turmoil the positive aspects of Caesar’s acta are clouded and often misunderstood. But remember, conscript fathers, that it was these acta which enabled Rome to become what it is today.
With all this having been said, I want to say that I agree with Marc Antony- the acta should be confirmed and a time limit should be placed on the acta. This would lead us through this time of turmoil until we get back on our feet and can then make new decisions on how we want to run the republic. I implore that you consider this idea for the good of Rome.
Thank you.