truths

It was an interval in which truths needed to be spoken, and failings fixed.

In many instances, it was left to the individual to determine which political party was telling the truth, rather than being able to rely on objective scientific truths.

At the time, Cooper who was still in opposition said a “series of Conservative home secretaries have sought to bury uncomfortable truths revealed by the chief inspector”.

It's part of the system of creating change, which is to speak truths to power that are meant to be dragged out of court.

"In short, you say truths, outright lies and half-truths in the middle, with an equal amount of enthusiasm and sincerity at all times," said Ms Riesman.