Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 30, 2011
I think that the story of King Canute settles the question of whether political orders or the natural order will ultimately prevail.
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Max Baucus
Democratic · Montana

Editor's note · Context

Baucus emphasizes the importance of science over political influence in decision-making.

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