Quote by Barbara Jordan

We cannot improve on the system of government handed down to us by the founders of the Republic. There is no way to improve upon that. But what we can do is to find new ways to implement that system and realize our destiny.

We cannot improve on the system of government handed down to

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This quote suggests that the system of government established by the founders of the Republic is already perfect and cannot be enhanced. However, it emphasizes the importance of finding innovative ways to effectively implement this existing system. Instead of attempting to modify the core principles, the quote encourages seeking new strategies and methods to fulfill the nation's potential and achieve its intended objectives. it speaks to the idea that progress lies not in changing the foundation, but in adapting and applying it creatively.

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