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What does it mean?
The speaker defiantly claims continued support for statements previously identified as incorrect.
In plain terms
He refuses to change his stance on statements called errors.
What can you take from it?
Stand firm even when challenged.

Where it applies

  • political debate
  • accountability scenarios

Putting it to work

  • Decide when to admit error
  • Use bold lines for emphasis

Questions to consider

  • When is it right to remain unapologetic?
  • Where is the line between firmness and denial?

Another view

It dismisses factual accountability.

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