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For Truth's Sake

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Integrity and accountability are rare commodities nowadays. Morally based decisions are outdated, so I have been told. However, I strongly disagree.  Warning to all truth seekers and whistleblowers! The truth can shine, be beautiful but terrible and cruel at the same time.  Before proceeding further, ask yourself a few questions, prepare yourself to cope with internal and external judgment. Are you willing to go against worst odds, to be targeted, to suffer unbearable conditions, to face consequences of your ignorance? Are you ready to be blacklisted, rejected, and endure adversity? In most cases, the real truth is dangerous, must be approached with caution.  Moreover, you need to consider the possibility that the prize may not be worth the costs, don't be surprised if you find an entirely different beast than expected.  Friendly advice: If you stumble over unsettling facts, the most important is to keep the big picture in mind, make adjustment...

Know the Truth

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Those who know the truth are not equal to those who love it. To know what you know and what you do not know, that is true knowledge. The superior man thinks always of virtue; the common man thinks of comfort. The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute, the man who does not ask is a fool for life.                                               Confucius