Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 19, 2023
It is the difference between one side that believes in governing and one side that believes in ruling.
Said by
Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Swalwell contrasts the governing philosophy of Democrats with the ruling approach of Republicans.

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