My objection to doing at present what you propose is, that it is impossible according to my views to do so without being considered to throw our weight into the French scale against Germany, with consequent encouragement on one side and irritation on the other.
Morley articulates his objection to a proposed action, emphasizing the delicate balance in international relations.
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