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Chris Coons: “One election does not a democracy make.”

On the recordJanuary 2, 2018
One election does not a democracy make.
Said by
Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the importance of ongoing democratic development beyond single elections.

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