Who said "The truth, though often unpopular, is always necessary."?

This quote is attributed to Leonidas I.

The truth, though often unpopular, is always necessary. - Leonidas I

"The truth, though often unpopular, is always necessary."

Leonidas I Truth

King Warrior Ancient Greece 540–480

"This is Sparta!"

"Spartans! Tonight we dine in hell!"

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"Freedom isn't free, it requires sacrifice and courage."

"Lucy, you got some 'splainin' to do!"

"You must always be honest with the people you love."

"Truth always comes out in the end."

"Honesty is always the best policy."