I've had death threats... well a petition.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker downplays serious threats by comparing them to a harmless petition.
- In plain terms
- He jokes that threats are just petitions.
- What can you take from it?
- Humor helps handle public pressure.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle criticism?
- When is humor appropriate?
Another view
It ignores the real danger threats can pose.
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