'We're going to get [Bin Laden] Dead or alive, it doesn't matter to me.' 12/14/2001 [18] Bush's words elsewhere was that he is 'determined' to capture Bin Laden dead or alive, and is confident about succeeding [19]
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses determination to capture or kill a target regardless of outcome.
- In plain terms
- He wants Bin Laden caught or dead.
- What can you take from it?
- Capture or kill outcomes are acceptable in pursuit of justice.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines success in pursuit?
- Is live capture better?
Another view
It accepts lethal outcomes as equally valid.
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