I’m Right, You’re Wrong and Other Political Truths
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Aug. 21 (Bloomberg) -- “The period which immediatelyprecedes an election, and that during which the election istaking place, must always be considered as a national crisis.... As the election draws near, the activity of intrigue and theagitation of the populace increase; the citizens are dividedinto hostile camps, each of which assumes the name of itsfavorite candidate; the whole nation glows with feverishexcitement.” -- Alexis de Tocqueville, “Democracy inAmerica,” 1835
I can’t stand the people on your side. Not you,particularly. You’re fine. It’s your side that’s ruiningeverything great about this country.