Quote by Harry Browne

It is well known that in war, the first casualty is truth - that during any war truth is forsaken for propaganda.

It is well known that in war, the first casualty is truth -

Summary

This quote suggests that during times of war, the concept of truth often gets neglected and overridden by propaganda. It implies that in the chaos and confusion of war, the focus shifts from conveying accurate information to promoting biased and manipulated narratives that serve particular interests. The statement highlights how war can distort and suppress the truth, potentially leading to a loss of trust and transparency within society.

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