Well, the more I learn, the less motivation I can find for…
““Well, the more I learn, the less motivation I can find for Colonel Moore to kill his subordinate. On the other hand, I see that other people could have strong motives.” Kent looked exasperated, and he said, “Paul, I understand what you’re doing up to a point, and so will everyone else. But you’ve passed that point, and if you don’t arrest Moore now and he turns out to be the killer, and the FBI arrests him, then you look really stupid.” “I know that, Bill. But if I do arrest him and he’s not the killer, I look worse than stupid.” “Show some balls.” “Fuck you.” “Hey! You’re speaking to a superior officer.” “Fuck you, sir .””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Illustrates the moral dilemma of acting on incomplete evidence, weighing personal risk against professional duty.
In simple terms: Decisions under uncertainty can lead to personal and professional conflict.
Key Takeaway
Weigh evidence carefully before acting decisively.
Themes
ethics
decision‑making
authority
Mood
tense
dramatic
Type
fiction
thriller
When to use this quote
- law enforcement
- military command
- corporate governance
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
law
psychology
military
drama
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria guide your critical‑stakes decisions?
- How do you balance personal risk with duty?
A Different Perspective
Risk of paralysis by over‑analysis.