There is only one thing to do - take it to the country!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker advocates taking a decision or message directly to the public.
- In plain terms
- He says to go to the country for approval.
- What can you take from it?
- Go to the people for support.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does the public always have the final say?
- When is direct appeal necessary?
Another view
The public may not have the information to decide.
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