Sincerity does not equal truth, of course. - Edward M. Lerner

Depression was merely anger without enthusiasm.

Patience neighbored respect for authority in Doug’s personal list of overrated virtues.

Do you believe that it's dangerous?" Doug studied him closely.
"Yes, although I'm in a minority here."
"Does that make you question your conclusion?"
Glenn grimaced. "No, although it's been strongly suggested that reconsidering would simplify my life."
"Group think?" Doug said. "Consensus is a poor substitute for thought. Tell the herd to eat shit—a hundred billion flies can't be wrong.