Quote by Mother Jones

I am not afraid of the pen, or the scaffold, or the sword. I will tell the truth wherever I please.

I am not afraid of the pen, or the scaffold, or the sword. I

Summary

This quote emphasizes fearlessness in the face of consequences and a commitment to speaking the truth regardless of the risks involved. It suggests that the speaker is unafraid of the power and potential backlash that can come from expressing their opinions, whether through written words, facing punishment, or even violence. It speaks to the individual's determination to exercise their freedom of expression without fear and to uphold truth as a value above personal safety or societal pressures.

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