--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: If that’s the case, then maybe you should…" description: "\"“If that’s the case, then maybe you should be looking at people who wanted him dead, not people who needed him to scoop up monkey poo.”\" — Graham Parke" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/004/graham-parke-9887_dead-people_if-that-s-the-case-then-maybe-you-should_529531.jpg" --- # If that’s the case, then maybe you should be looking at… ![“If that’s the case, then maybe you should be looking at people who wanted him dead, not people who needed him to scoop up monkey poo.” quote by Graham Parke](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/004/graham-parke-9887_dead-people_if-that-s-the-case-then-maybe-you-should_529531.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/004/graham-parke-9887_dead-people_if-that-s-the-case-then-maybe-you-should_529531.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/004/graham-parke-9887_dead-people_if-that-s-the-case-then-maybe-you-should_529531.jpg) > ““If that’s the case, then maybe you should be looking at people who wanted him dead, not people who needed him to scoop up monkey poo.”” [Graham Parke](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/graham-parke/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Consider focusing on those who actively oppose you rather than those who merely need you. **In simple terms:** Target adversaries, not dependents. Key Takeaway Prioritize threats over obligations. Themes strategy conflict prioritization Mood strategic skeptical Type philosophical advice When to use this quote - political intrigue - personal safety Key Concepts enemy analysis risk assessment Questions to Reflect On - Who truly opposes you? - Are you ignoring potential allies? A Different Perspective Overlooking allies may blind you to hidden dangers. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Dead people](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/dead-people/) [Money](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/money/) ## Related quotes > [If you can't find what you're seeking, maybe you're looking in the wrong places. 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