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But such is the irresistable nature of truth, that all it asks, and all it wants is the liberty of appearing
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"But such is the irresistable nature of truth, that all it asks, and all it wants is the liberty of appearing"

- Thomas Paine

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This quote by Thomas Paine speaks with the power of truth and its ability to be heard and accepted. He suggests that reality does not require to be required upon people, but rather it just needs the chance to be seen and heard. He indicates that reality is so effective that it will be accepted if given the opportunity. This quote talks to the importance of permitting reality to be seen and heard, and not suppressing it. It likewise speaks to the power of truth to be accepted and welcomed, even if it is not at first welcomed. Paine's quote is a suggestion that truth ought to be provided the chance to be seen and heard, and that it will be accepted if provided the possibility.

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Thomas Paine This quote is written / told by Thomas Paine between January 29, 1737 and June 8, 1809. He was a famous Writer from England. The author also have 55 other quotes.

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