What a horrible system we had. How blind we were.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Frank expresses regret and horror at the system he was part of, admitting blindness.
- In plain terms
- He admits the system was terrible and he did not see it clearly.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledging past blindness is the first step to accountability.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we stay aware?
- When is it too late to see?
Another view
Admitting blindness does not erase responsibility for actions taken.
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