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John Rice Carter: “I think we have a nation that is truly great. Not that it used to be great, or certainly will be great again, but one…”

On the recordFebruary 25, 2023
I think we have a nation that is truly great. Not that it used to be great, or certainly will be great again, but one that has an innate character about it that's not adequately recognized.
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John Rice Carter
Republican · Georgia

Editor's note · Context

Carter reflects on the greatness of the nation and the current lack of purpose in the government.

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