Recognizing reality may not solve a problem. but it has to be the start of any solution.

Molly Ivins (1944–2007) American writer, political columnist [Mary Tyler Ivins]

Essay (2004-06), “Imperialists’ Ball,” The Progressive magazine, Vol. 68, No. 6
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Discussing ongoing military action and violence in Iraq.

Included in Progressive magazine's memorial article (2007-02) to Ivins, referencing their 2004-06 issue. In that retrospective, they presented the word "but" in all-caps, though that's not how it was originally published.