"We're in a new world. We're in a world in which the possibility of terrorism, married up with technology, could make us very, very sorry that we didn't act"
- Condoleezza Rice
About this Quote
In this quote, Condoleezza Rice is highlighting the existing state of the world and the possible threats that feature it. She acknowledges that we are residing in a brand-new world, one that is constantly evolving and altering. With the improvement of innovation, there is now a possibility for terrorism to be carried out in a more sophisticated and damaging way. Rice warns that if we do not do something about it to prevent and combat this hazard, we might regret it in the future. This quote acts as a suggestion to be watchful and proactive in addressing the challenges of our contemporary world.
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