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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But we have no right to cast on him any responsibility beyond what is strictly military.
No: not at all; because there is so much, I will not say of random variety, but there is so much independent use of mind upon the facts that we have to deal with, that I listen with endless edification and instruction.
Fitness is henceforth to be the criterion of eligibility.
I don't myself believe in artful diplomacy; I have no gift for it.
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