"It is natural to man to indulge in the
illusions of hope. We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth - and
listen to the song of that syren, till she transforms us into beasts. Is this
the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty? Are
we disposed to be of the number of those, who having eyes, see not, and having
ears, hear not, the things which so nearly concern their temporal salvation?
For my part, whatever anguish of spirit it might cost, I am willing to know the
whole truth; to know the worst, and to provide for it."
--Patrick Henry, speech in the Virginia Convention,
1775
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