You may always safely represent me by saying that I will not make up a final opinion until called on to act, and I want nothing to do with these controversies until the time comes for the actual fight, which I hope to God may be avoided.
Sherman expresses his desire to remain neutral and avoid controversies until necessary action is required.
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