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It takes a wise man to handle a lie, a fool had better remain honest
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"It takes a wise man to handle a lie, a fool had better remain honest"

- Norman Douglas

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Norman Douglas between December 8, 1868 and February 7, 1952. He/she was a famous Writer from United Kingdom. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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