Quote by Harry S. Truman

I never gave anybody hell! I just told the truth and they thought it was hell.

I never gave anybody hell! I just told the truth and they th

Summary

This quote, attributed to Harry S. Truman, suggests that the speaker has always spoken the truth, even though others may have interpreted it as harsh or negative. The quote reflects the idea that sometimes honesty can be perceived as confrontational or unpleasant by those who are uncomfortable with the truth. The speaker implies that they have never intended to harm or cause trouble; rather, they have simply not shied away from speaking the truth, even if it has been received with resistance or disagreement.

By Harry S. Truman

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