Confuse Quote by Helen McCloy
“the old ploy of the powerful: never refuse when you can confuse. Distraction and delay are always better than obstruction.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Persuasion, 2019
Powerful people use confusion and delay to avoid accountability; distraction is a tactic to sidestep obstruction.
In simple terms: Confusion delays responsibility.
Watch for tactics that stall truth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- negotiations
- legal proceedings
- media analysis
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay focused amid distraction?
- What strategies expose hidden agendas?
Confusion can erode trust and transparency.