Eventually Quote by Henry A. Kissinger
“If it's going to come out eventually, better have it come out immediately.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Press conference, 1970s, United States
Urgent transparency is preferable to delayed disclosure, even if imperfect.
In simple terms: Tell the truth now.
Key Takeaway
Act promptly with honesty.
Themes
transparency
urgency
ethics
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
political
advisory
When to use this quote
- government announcements
- corporate crisis
- personal confession
Key Concepts
political communication
information flow
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to wait for full facts?
- How does immediacy affect trust?
A Different Perspective
Hasty releases can cause panic or misinformation.
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