Gaze Quote by David Baldacci
““Michelle stood and fixed her gaze on him. “We’ve been lied to, almost shot, nearly blown to hell, and pushed around by dickheads from the Army, DHS, and now the FBI. So I can tell you flat-out that whether you want to ‘partner’ with us or not, we’re working this case. So stick that up your ass and see how it fits”—she glanced at his ID on a lanyard around his neck—“Dwayne.” Sean muttered, “Holy Mother of God,” and put his hand over his eyes.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Fallen, by David Baldacci, 2012
A character confronts bureaucratic corruption and threats, using blunt language to assert determination while confronting personal danger.
In simple terms: I’m confronting corrupt forces with defiant resolve.
Key Takeaway
Stand firm against systemic abuse.
Themes
corruption
defiance
danger
Mood
tense
defiant
Type
political
dramatic
When to use this quote
- investigative reporting
- whistleblowing
- legal advocacy
- activism
Key Concepts
bureaucratic power
personal risk
Questions to Reflect On
- How can I expose corruption without endangering myself?
- What allies can I trust?
A Different Perspective
Aggressive tone may alienate allies.
