Quote by Edward Koch

I know many writers who first dictate passages, then polish what they have dictated. I speak, then I polish - occasionally I do windows.

I know many writers who first dictate passages, then polish

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that the speaker, potentially a writer, first expresses their thoughts or ideas freely without worrying too much about perfection. They then go back to revise, edit, or "polish" their initial words. The mention of occasionally doing windows adds an amusing twist, implying that the speaker might indulge in unrelated tasks or distractions during the creative process. Overall, the quote highlights the importance of expressing oneself freely before refining and improving upon initial thoughts or ideas.

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By Edward Koch

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