Nor shall it be said that I shrink from any of the responsibilities which belong to us with regard to foreign nations; but I desire to say, that among the highest responsibilities which any can recognize is that of doing nothing needlessly which shall add to existing troubles or give the country a new burden.
Sumner articulates the responsibility of the government to avoid unnecessary actions that could exacerbate international tensions.
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