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“'We cannot decide,' the Witness for the Treasury said. 'We are sorry, but it is the truth.' 'May we suggest that indecisiveness is hardly a desirable trait in a member of the Corazhas?' Lord Pashavar said. 'We will give our resignation if His Serenity asks it,' the Witness for the Treasury said…” quote by Katherine Addison
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““ 'We cannot decide,' the Witness for the Treasury said. 'We are sorry, but it is the truth.' 'May we suggest that indecisiveness is hardly a desirable trait in a member of the Corazhas?' Lord Pashavar said. 'We will give our resignation if His Serenity asks it,' the Witness for the Treasury said, looking at Maia. 'You are very decisive in your indecision,' Maia said, which surprised several members of the Corazhas into laughing.””

Katherine Addison

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Indecision is paradoxically praised as decisiveness, highlighting the absurdity of valuing indecisiveness in leadership.

In simple terms: Indecision is called decisive here.

Key Takeaway

Question the value of indecisiveness.

Themes

leadership decision making paradox authority

Mood

wry critical

Type

satirical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • governance
  • strategy

Key Concepts

political satire logic social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is indecision a strength or weakness?
  • How does it affect group dynamics?
A Different Perspective

Such praise may mask avoidance of responsibility.

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