I have a plan. It entails leading to a fair deal and…
“I have a plan. It entails leading to a fair deal and relationship with the British. We will be reasonable, but we will also negotiate firmly and without gullibility. I believe we must come to an agreement for the people of Britain and the people on the Continent, but not under exclusively British terms.”
About This Quote
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Negotiations should aim for fairness, balancing firmness with reasonableness, avoiding domination by any single party.
In simple terms: Seek fair, firm, reasonable deals.
Negotiate fairly and firmly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- international treaties
- trade agreements
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the limits of firmness?
- How ensure fairness without yielding?
Compromise may dilute core interests.