Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieThe truth has become an insult.
About This Quote
The truth has become an insult. This quote has been attributed to the philosopher Socrates. It means that people often want to believe what they see and hear and disregard or reject what they don’t like. He believed that the truth, as well as the facts, should be honored and embraced.
Source: Half Of A Yellow Sun
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