Quote by Sam Sheppard

Certainly, my father would not want to see me destroy myself in this business, as so many people in our family have been destroyed. I try to take good care of myself, but we are fighting the good fight, and the truth is powerful.

Certainly, my father would not want to see me destroy myself

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker is aware of the negative impact of their family's involvement in a certain business. They acknowledge that their father wouldn't want them to go down the same destructive path. Despite their efforts to take care of themselves, they feel compelled to fight for something they believe in, believing that their quest for truth holds significant power.

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By Sam Sheppard

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