I doubt very much if a man whose main literary interests were in works by Mr. Zane Grey, admirable as they may be, is particularly equipped to be the chief executive of this country, particularly where Indian Affairs are concerned.
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Negotiating in the classic diplomatic sense assumes parties more anxious to agree than to disagree.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Successful negotiations occur when parties prioritize agreement over conflict.
This quote by Dean Acheson highlights the essence of effective negotiation in diplomacy, suggesting that the willingness to reach consensus often outweighs the desire to contest or argue. It implies that fruitful discussions come from a mindset focused on collaboration, where both parties are motivated to find common ground rather than emphasize their differences.
Themes
NegotiationDiplomacyAgreementConflict ResolutionCollaboration
In practice
Example use cases
During a business negotiation, I reminded everyone that successful outcomes are rooted in mutual agreement rather than dissent.
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