“Liars … when they speak the truth they are not believed.”
Aristotle (-384–-321 BC) Classical Greek philosopher, student of Plato and founder of Western philosophy
The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers
“It is always the best policy to speak the truth, unless, of course, you are an exceptionally good liar.”
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English humorist 1859–1927Related quotes
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