They order, said I, this matter better in France.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- They claim this issue is better handled in France.
- In plain terms
- They say the matter should be dealt with in France.
- What can you take from it?
- Sometimes jurisdiction or context dictates where a problem is best resolved.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What factors make a location better for resolving an issue?
Another view
The statement lacks detail about why France is preferable.
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