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The quote says government works better when more people take part in it. It also presents the speaker as trying to broaden who gets included in political discussion and decision-making.
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Originally said in English.
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About Dean Phillips
American politician and businessman
Dean Phillips is an American politician and businessman. Born in 1969, he served as the U.S. representative for Minnesota's 3rd congressional district from 2019 to 2025 and was a Democratic presidential candidate. Before entering politics, Phillips worked in the food and beverage industry. He was president and CEO of his family's Phillips Distilling Company, and also co-owned Talenti Gelato, Belvedere Vodka, and the Twin Cities coffeehouse chain Penny's.
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