Political Quotes

On the recordDecember 18, 2022
The whole principle of the rule of law is that it applies against people who actually have the power.
Said by
Jamie Raskin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Raskin discusses the importance of applying the rule of law to those in power, particularly in the context of the January 6 events.

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