Deterrent Quote by John Longenecker
“There is no policy which will ever be as effective a deterrent in the mind of the mass marauder as the advance knowledge - the re-thinking - that someone armed will likely be where he was headed.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Security conference, 2015
Advance knowledge of threats deters mass attackers more than policy alone.
In simple terms: Knowing threats prevents attacks.
Key Takeaway
Use intelligence to anticipate and prevent wrongdoing.
Themes
security
prevention
intelligence
Mood
cautious
strategic
Type
policy
security
When to use this quote
- law enforcement
- corporate security
- public safety drills
- policy making
Key Concepts
risk assessment
predictive policing
strategic planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can intelligence be responsibly shared?
- What safeguards protect privacy?
A Different Perspective
Intelligence can be misused or ignored.
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