Lie detector Quote by Thomas Harris
““This is a frame. I think Mason Verger is trying to capture Dr. Lecter himself for purposes of personal revenge. I think he just missed him in Florence. I think Mr. Krendler may be in collusion with Verger and wants the FBI’s effort against Dr. Lecter to work for Verger. I think Paul Krendler of the Department of Justice is making money out of this and I think he is willing to destroy me to do it. Mr. Krendler has behaved toward me before in an inappropriate manner and is acting now out of spite as well as financial self-interest. Only this week he called me a ‘cornpone country pussy.’ I would challenge Mr. Krendler before this body to take a lie detector test with me on these matters. I’m at your convenience. We could do it now.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Hannibal, 1999
The speaker accuses a powerful official of collusion, corruption, and personal vendetta, demanding truth through a lie detector.
In simple terms: Accusations of corruption and revenge.
Key Takeaway
Seek evidence before judging.
Themes
politics
justice
corruption
Mood
skeptical
investigative
Type
literary
dramatic
When to use this quote
- legal investigations
- media scrutiny
- personal vendettas
- government accountability
Key Concepts
ethics
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports these claims?
- How does personal bias affect truth‑seeking?
A Different Perspective
The narrative may be biased and lack corroboration.
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