Political Quotes

On the recordJune 6, 2017
Optimism is based on the notion of the power of American exceptionalism. Fantasy is based on alternate facts.
Said by
Hakeem Jeffries
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Distinguishes between realistic optimism and false narratives.

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