Awkward Quote by Joe Slovo
“Eventually, it is found out but it takes time especially in the conditions when communication is difficult, when the enemy is making it extremely awkward for information to come out, to go.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Anti-Apartheid Activist Remarks, 1970s
Information is often delayed when communication channels are blocked and adversaries hinder disclosure.
In simple terms: Hard to get info when communication is blocked.
Key Takeaway
Patience and persistence are needed to uncover truth.
Themes
communication
politics
truth
resilience
Mood
tense
determined
reflective
Type
statement
advice
When to use this quote
- journalism
- activism
- government investigations
- conflict zones
- diplomacy
Key Concepts
information flow
oppression
strategic silence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve information flow under hostile conditions?
- What risks arise from delayed truth?
A Different Perspective
Even with obstacles, truth eventually emerges, but delays can be costly.
