Quote by Ambrose Bierce

What is a democrat? One who believes that the republicans have ruined the country. What is a republican? One who believes that the democrats would ruin the country.

What is a democrat? One who believes that the republicans ha

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This quote plays on the partisan divide between Democrats and Republicans in politics. It suggests that Democrats view Republicans as responsible for the problems in the country and Republicans view Democrats in the same way. Both groups are painted as having contrasting ideologies on how to handle the affairs of the nation, highlighting the deep-seated disagreement and distrust between the two political parties.

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