Robert A. HeinleinIf you've got the truth you can demonstrate it. Talking doesn't prove it.
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The most important thing in life is to be honest. If you want to demonstrate your point of view, you can do it by talking about it. Talking doesn't prove it. Only action will do that.
Source: Stranger In A Strange Land
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