In other times, I
In other times, I could stand here and give this kind of exposition on the beliefs of the Democratic Party and that would be enough. But today that is not enough. People want more. Barbara Jordan
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In other times, I could stand here and give this kind of exposition on the beliefs of the Democratic Party and that would be enough. But today that is not enough. People want more. Barbara Jordan
I never wanted to be run of the mill. Barbara Jordan
[It is] one of the most complex and emotional issues of out time. Barbara Jordan
If you’re going to play the game [politics] properly, you’d better know every rule. Barbara Jordan
The Commission agrees that the federal government should help alleviate these costs. The best way to do so is to reduce illegal immigration…. We recommend immediate reimbursement of criminal justice costs, because these conditions can now be met, but we urge further study of the costs of health care and education before impact aid is … Read more
We should face reality and our past mistakes in an honest, adult way. Boasting of glory does not make glory, and singing in the dark does not dispel fear. King Hussein Reason and free inquiry are the only effectual agents against error. – Thomas Jefferson We have made mistakes. In our haste to do all … Read more
We are a heterogeneous party made up of Americans of diverse backgrounds. Barbara Jordan
I have confidence that we can form this kind of national community. Barbara Jordan
We are a people trying not only to solve the problems of the present: unemployment, inflation… but we are attempting on a larger scale to fulfill the promise of America. Barbara Jordan
Let us heed the voice of the people and recognize their common sense. If we do not, we not only blaspheme our political heritage, we ignore the common ties that bind all Americans. Barbara Jordan