In short, you can't let the deadline define the mission. The mission has to define the duration.
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If a country denies it has AIDS, that country will inevitably become an even greater victim.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Denial of a problem leads to worse consequences.
Richard Holbrooke's quote emphasizes the danger of denying the existence of serious issues, such as AIDS in this context. It suggests that without acknowledgment and action, a country or society will face greater challenges and suffering due to the worsening situation.
Themes
AidsDenialHealthConsequencesTruth
In practice
Example use cases
During a public health seminar, one could use this quote to highlight the importance of acknowledging health crises.
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