Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 29, 2021
people always give assurances until the moment a military coup starts or the counting is suspended and not resumed.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Merkley emphasizes the need for accountability in political assurances during crises.

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