Quote by Peter Garrett

What generally happens in this county is that our politicians don't serve us well because they don't tell the truth, and they don't keep their promises.

What generally happens in this county is that our politician

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This quote suggests that in this particular country, politicians tend to fall short in serving the public. The lack of truthfulness and failure to follow through on their promises are highlighted as the key reasons behind their poor performance. This critique implies a distrust in political figures and their ability to effectively represent and fulfill the needs of the citizens they serve.

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