A writer who is in a hurry to be understood today or tomorrow runs the danger of being misunderstood the day after tomorrow.
Those close to Mr. Obama say he grows irritated at being misunderstood - not just by opponents who insinuate that he caters to African-Americans, but also by black lawmakers and intellectuals who fault him for not making his presidency an...
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What worry does the first saying describe?
It describes a writer worrying that clarity now could still lead to being misread at a later point.
Who is the second saying about?
It describes a public figure frustrated at being judged through assumptions from more than one direction at once.
Is this collection about communication generally?
Yes, both lines circle the same idea of a gap between what is meant and how it gets received.
Do these sayings offer a way to avoid being misunderstood?
Not really; they mostly name the frustration rather than solve it.
Who would relate to these sayings?
Anyone in public life, writing, or leadership who has felt their words read differently than intended.
A second reflection turns to public life, describing frustration at being judged through assumptions rather than through actual words and actions.
