That power is with the people themselves; not one class, but all classes; not one occupation, but all occupations; not one citizen, but all citizens.
Calvin Coolidge: “That power is with the people themselves; not one class, but all classes; not one occupation, but all occupations; not…”
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This quote highlights the democratic principle that power lies with all citizens, not just a select few.
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