I could never have signed this treaty. I hope that that is clear to all who have heard me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She clearly states she could not have signed a specific treaty.
- In plain terms
- She says she never would have signed the treaty.
- What can you take from it?
- Be clear about what you reject.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is refusal necessary?
- How to signal disagreement?
Another view
Refusing a treaty may isolate a country diplomatically.
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