“Language is courage: the ability to conceive a thought, to speak it, and by doing so to make it true.” Salman Rushdie Think before you speak. We have heard this at some point in our lives. Yet, it can be easy to forget. Language can be a cheap whore. As we begin a new week, let’s show a little more recognition to the words we say and how we say them. We give words their power. Its time to listen to Mr. Rushdie and give them more courage.