Quote by Barbara Jordan

What we have to do is strike a balance between the idea that government should do everything and the idea, the belief, that government ought to do nothing. Strike a balance.

What we have to do is strike a balance between the idea that

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This quote suggests the importance of finding a middle ground between two extremes regarding the role of government. On one hand, it acknowledges that the government should not be responsible for everything, indicating the belief in limited government interference. On the other hand, it recognizes that complete government inaction is not fitting either. The quote urges the need for striking a balance, proposing a compromise where the government fulfills essential responsibilities without overstepping its boundaries or neglecting its duties.

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By Barbara Jordan

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