Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 26, 2021
I will defend the right of activists, political dissidents, and journalists around the world to speak their minds freely without fear of persecution and violence.
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Joe Biden
Democratic · Delaware

Editor's note · Context

Biden emphasizes commitment to human rights and free speech globally.

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