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“The people who started the American government, the founders of the Constitution, didn't like political parties but they were forced to start them. Nobody ever created political parties in England, they evolved. And there do tend to be two general tendencies that focus around how much government you think you need.”

Quote by Barney Frank

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Barney Frank was a distinguished U.S. Representative from Massachusetts, serving for 32 years. He was a leading advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, financial regulation, and economic equality. Frank was a pivotal figure in the 2008 financial crisis and played a crucial role in the passage of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. more

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