Quote by Paul Wilkinson

Fighting terrorism is like being a goalkeeper. You can make a hundred brilliant saves but the only shot that people remember is the one that gets past you.

Fighting terrorism is like being a goalkeeper. You can make

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This quote uses a sports analogy to explain the challenge of fighting terrorism. It suggests that in the fight against terrorism, the public often focuses solely on the failures rather than the numerous successes. Just like a goalkeeper can make numerous brilliant saves, the vast majority of counterterrorism efforts may be effective, but the one instance that terrorists succeed can overshadow all previous achievements. It highlights the disproportionate impact of failures and the constant pressure to prevent any terrorist attack, emphasizing the complexity and expectations placed on those combating terrorism.

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