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On the recordMay 6, 2012
We must never forget that democracy exists not for the benefit of elected officials or election officials, but for the benefit of all of us, we the people of this country.
Said by
Sherrod Brown
Democratic · Ohio

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Emphasizes that democracy serves the people, not just officials.

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