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Most people, in fact, will not take the trouble in finding out the truth, but are much more inclined to accept the first story they hear.

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War is an evil thing; but to submit to the dictation of other states is worse.... Freedom, if we hold fast to it, will ultimately restore our losses, but submission will mean permanent loss of all that we value.... To you who call yourselves men of peace, I say: You are not safe unless you have men of action on your side.

genius thucydides

The secret of happiness is freedom and the secret of freedom is courage.

genius thucydides

The strong do what they have to do and the weak accept what they have to accept.