On the recordMarch 9, 2021
There is no question that democracy is a journey, and there is no question that globally we are seeing a significant decline in democracies.
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congress.govThere is no question that democracy is a journey, and there is no question that globally we are seeing a significant decline in democracies.
Cardin emphasizes the importance of democracy and its decline worldwide.
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