Fact

A spirit of equal liberty appears fast to be gaining ground every where; which must afford satisfaction to every friend of mankind.

United wishes and goodwill cannot overcome brute facts.

Facts are better than dreams.

You must look at facts, because they look at you.

Some people will deny anything, but there are some denials that do not alter the facts.

…the threat of adversity is a necessary factor in stimulating self-reliance.