'..Terror is bigger than one person..So I don't know where [Bin Laden] is..You know, I just don't spend that much time on him, Kelly, to be honest with you. ...I'll repeat what I said. I truly am not that concerned about him.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker downplays personal concern about a specific enemy leader despite broader threats.
- In plain terms
- They do not spend much time worrying about one specific person.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus should remain on broader threats rather than individuals.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can focusing on individuals distract from larger problems?
Another view
Ignoring specific threats may overlook immediate risks.
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