Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 24, 2021
I hope we can really help turn the world back in the direction of governments that work for the people from a citizen-up strategy rather than an authoritarian-down strategy that China is championing.
Said by
Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Calls for a shift towards people-centered governance over authoritarianism.

Share

More from Jeff Merkley

Aug 1, 2026

This federal investment in the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Health & Wellness Clinic will strengthen the clinic’s infrastructure—creating a safer and more energy efficient space for patients and providers in the years to come.

wyden.senate.gov
Aug 14, 2026

This is a president trying to become a strongman authoritarian.

reason.com
Aug 6, 2026

While we continue to see too many Pentagon programs burdened by cost overruns, delays, and unrealistic promises that fail to meet reality, Congress cannot afford to commit to another massive military boondoggle that will only succeed in…

commondreams.org
Jul 31, 2026

This is a five-alarm fire. It’s wrong under every moral code.

commondreams.org

Other voices in this conversation