Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 7, 2023
It is just human nature that the most jealous guardians of a community are the members of the community, not some far off government in Washington.
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Tom McClintock
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

McClintock emphasizes local governance over federal control of land.

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