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About this quote

What does it mean?
People regret public statements and claim they were misquoted.
In plain terms
You might deny things you said once they are printed.
What can you take from it?
Be careful what you say publicly.

Where it applies

  • press interviews
  • social media
  • public speaking

Putting it to work

  • verify before publishing
  • think before speaking
  • avoid denial

Questions to consider

  • Have you ever denied saying something?
  • How do you handle public missteps?

Another view

Sometimes quotes are taken out of context legitimately.

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