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I applaud Walters for talking about the issue, because given the closed-off generation in which she grew up and the other conflicts going on in her family (her father's financial problems that sent them from wealthy into a working class existence), I think her forthrightness is important.

Barbara Walters opens up about the strained relationship with her disabled sister BA Haller 2008

However, there are times, like today, when my reward for my incredible dedication and forthrightness is the joy spelled out on the faces of our most special treasures: Our children.

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I mean, anyone who was ever a child and who’s ever written a letter to Santa proclaiming to have been a Very Good Boy (slash Girl) This Year might know that total forthrightness is far overrated. scatterbrain

The Hyannis Port Story | Miette's Bedtime Story Podcast 2009

Our forthrightness was the right thing to do, and transparency, I am convinced, will ultimately result in a higher level of trust in the quality and the safety of VA's services.

CNN Transcript Oct 14, 2009 2009

It also touches on his honesty and "forthrightness" (is that a word or something I snagged from the Bush dictionary?)

The Official TPM Tally: The McCains Own Eight To Eleven Houses 2009

 This kind of forthrightness bordering on the contentious and rude was absolutely unheard of in The Legion.

Hero History: Karate Kid | Major Spoilers - Comic Book Reviews and News 2009

Bill Ayers, unfortunately, has not generally shown anything like that kind of forthrightness or capacity for self-criticism.

Ladies and gentlemen, the Libertarian Party candidate for the President of the United States of America 2008

Day said later it was the "forthrightness" of Zaccardelli's response to the issues raised in the O'Connor report that won him the government's confidence.

Peace, order and good government, eh?: September 2006 Archives 2006

You talk to some of the undecided voters who have come to the open meetings I've had here, and ask them what their reaction is to the kind of forthrightness and candor and straight talk that I have tried to give them in response to every question, every comment, every suggestion.

CNN Transcript Jan 26, 2000 2000

He exudes humility and forthrightness, as befits a melodrama Hero.

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