> The only difference between them is that one group was free to think about the long-term consequences of the treaty, while the other group was under pressure

> The only difference between them is that one group was free to think about the long-term consequences of the treaty, while the other group was under pressure to pander. I agree that's the difference, I don't think it comes from the term length though. The lords are toothless so it doesen't make sense to apply your presure/lobying there. Also some percentage of them weren't politicians before being named in the lords.