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On the recordMay 23, 2023
Instead of a lack of confidence in our elections, the American people are worried about backsliding toward autocracy.
Said by
Terri Sewell
Democratic · Alabama

Editor's note · Context

Sewell emphasizes public concern over threats to democracy rather than election integrity issues.

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