George R.r. MartinPeople often claim to hunger for truth, but seldom like the taste when it's served up.
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When people claim that they hunger for truth, they are really looking for a source of comfort. Truthfulness is not something that you can easily accept without a large dose of discomfort. When you say you hunger for truth, you are really saying that you yearn for a sense of comfort and safety.
Source: A Clash Of Kings
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