Quote by Christina Rossetti

I might show facts as plain as day: but, since your eyes are blind, you'd say, Where? What? and turn away.

I might show facts as plain as day: but, since your eyes are

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This quote suggests that despite presenting clear evidence and facts, some individuals are unwilling or unable to acknowledge them due to their own biases or closed-mindedness. The speaker implies that these individuals choose to ignore the truth and dismiss it altogether by asking for further proof or blatantly turning away from reality. The quote highlights the frustration of dealing with people who refuse to see things as they are, even when the evidence is unequivocal.

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