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Saving Appearances

The surface may be where truth begins.

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William C. Green
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We are told we live in a post-truth society—perhaps only a “post-fact” one. Matters of fact become matters of opinion. Everything can be true in its own way.

Once, seeing was believing. Now it’s the surest sign you’re being f…

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