When will Labour learn that you cannot build Jerusalem in Brussels.
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You don't tell deliberate lies, but sometimes you have to be evasive.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Being honest sometimes requires tact and subtlety in communication.
This quote by Margaret Thatcher suggests that while one should strive for honesty, there are situations where being straightforward is not appropriate. It highlights the importance of discernment in communication and the idea that avoiding direct confrontation or offering partial truths can sometimes be a necessary strategy in sensitive or complex discussions.
Themes
HonestyTruthCommunicationEvasionWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
In a leadership seminar, one might use this quote to discuss the complexities of truth in management.
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