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On the recordFebruary 26, 2018
When a person becomes -- assumes a public office, he becomes a public trust.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Begala references Thomas Jefferson to emphasize the importance of transparency and trust in public office.

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