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The quote suggests that political decency can both reflect a democracy that is functioning well and help create that kind of democracy in the first place. It presents decency as both a result of healthy democratic behavior and a cause of it.
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Originally said in English.
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About Raja Krishnamoorthi
American attorney and politician, born 1973
Raja Krishnamoorthi is an American attorney and politician who has served as the U.S. representative for Illinois's 8th congressional district since 2017. He is a member of the Democratic Party. He is best known for his work in Congress, representing part of Illinois and taking part in national politics as a Democrat. His public profile is tied to elected office and legal practice rather than to a long list of published works or formal honors.
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