Political Quotes

On the recordApril 26, 2023
When China shows up, they deliver an airport. When we show up, we deliver them a lecture.
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Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Kaine critiques the U.S. approach to foreign aid compared to China's tangible investments.

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