It cannot promote the interest of the United States, for we naturally seek justice as the foundation of a good understanding with Great Britain; nor can it promote the interest of Great Britain, which must also seek a real settlement of all pending questions.
He stresses that justice is essential for a good relationship between the United States and Great Britain.
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