“A lie can run round the world before the truth has got its boots on.”
“A falsehood can run around the world while the truth is still putting its shoes on.”
“A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.”
“Lies run sprints, but the truth runs marathons. The truth will win this marathon in court.”
“Lie on the bridge and watch the water flowing past. Or run, or wade through the swamp in your red boots. Or roll yourself up and listen to the rain falling on the roof. It's very easy to enjoy yourself.”
“So now they're shaking in their boots and looking for someone to give them the answer they want to hear. Not the truth, but some lie that will protect them from the truth”