[People] are tired of being out-negotiated on every front…
“[People] are tired of being out-negotiated on every front. Whether it is militarily, with ISIS where we can't stop ISIS, where we have 2,300 Humvees, the latest and the greatest, armour-plated, stolen because one bullet is shot in the air and the allies run and the enemy takes over our weapons.”
About This Quote
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People feel powerless as negotiations seem one-sided across many arenas, especially in conflict.
In simple terms: People feel out‑negotiated in many areas.
Seek balanced dialogue and empower marginalized voices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- international diplomacy
- community organizing
- labor disputes
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What can be done to level the negotiating field?
- How can power be more equitably shared?
Complex issues often require compromise, not just confrontation.