Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 30, 2024
I know, it is frightening. I'll be honest with you. People come up to me a lot and say, James, I'm scared, and I said, you have reason to be.
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James Carville
Democratic · Louisiana

Editor's note · Context

Carville reflects on the public's fear regarding the state of democracy.

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