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The quote says politics often follows group pressure rather than independent leadership. It suggests politicians tend to mirror what they believe most people already accept instead of setting a new direction. It also implies that political leadership can be more reactive than bold.
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Originally said in English.
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About Gary Johnson
American businessman and politician
Gary Earl Johnson is an American businessman and politician. He served as the 29th governor of New Mexico from 1995 to 2003, first as a Republican, and later became a member of the Libertarian Party. Johnson became the Libertarian Party’s nominee for president in 2012 and 2016, and later its nominee for the 2018 U.S. Senate race in New Mexico. His public career is centered on business, state government, and Libertarian politics.
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