Joe Biden said "We will lead not merely by the example of our power, but by the power of our example." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordJanuary 18, 2021

We will lead not merely by the example of our power, but by the power of our example.

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Biden emphasizes the importance of leading through example in his inaugural address.

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