Such a contrast naturally makes people feel that Disraeli is two-faced and lacks any principles.
Furthermore, his previous flirtations with key Whig figures like the Earl of Dalmo naturally trigger a crisis of trust within the Tory Party coalition.
Perhaps in the minds of some, they had long defined Disraeli as a traitor likely to turncoat at any moment. Switching to another candidate for the Maidstone election was merely a timely stop-loss; otherwise, when Disraeli took his parliamentary seat and defected to the Whig Party, it would truly be a futile effort.
Arthur's ability to play both sides is not only due to his educational background and professional experience but also because he has not directly obtained any political resources from either party.
