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James A. Baldwin

The price one pays for pursuing any profession, or calling, is an intimate knowledge of its ugly side.

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When you fully commit to a career, you inevitably become aware of its negative or unpleasant aspects. This deep understanding comes as a necessary part of truly engaging with that profession.

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