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About this quote

What does it mean?
A brief instruction to speak publicly given at a specific date.
In plain terms
Speak up.
What can you take from it?
Encourage public expression.

Where it applies

  • public forum
  • speech
  • meeting

Putting it to work

  • invite participation
  • start discussion

Questions to consider

  • When should you speak?
  • What matters to say?

Another view

Without context this directive is too vague to act on.

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