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Chris Gaither

Chris Gaither

Everyone Under Heaven Is Living in Utter Fear; the Opportunity for Courage Is Excellent

I’m not afraid of jumping
in front of a bus
because I don’t want to
jump in front of a bus
 
I am afraid of
speaking the truth
because I want to
speak the truth

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