I said you were a man of peace. I want you to know I took immense crap for that.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker admits political cost for characterizing a leader as a man of peace.
- In plain terms
- Calling someone a man of peace caused me trouble.
- What can you take from it?
- Be willing to accept costs for your views.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is it worth it to be criticized for peace?
- How do leaders handle criticism?
Another view
It focuses on personal criticism rather than the merits of the view.
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