Having reference to the nature of the contest and the condition of public sentiment, I thought it important that the managers should avoid any controversy before the public, especially as to a matter of premiership in the conduct of the trial.
Boutwell emphasizes the importance of unity among the impeachment managers to avoid public controversy during the trial.
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