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“One of my big beliefs about Washington is that we highly overstate the power of individuals and highly underrate seeing Washington as a system, in general, but, in particular, we highly underrate the power of Congress.”

Quote by Ezra Klein

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Ezra Klein is a distinguished American journalist recognized for his contributions as a writer and editor, particularly in the areas of politics, economics, and technology. Born on May 9, 1984, Klein has made a notable impact on public discourse through his insightful commentary and editorial work. He is known for co-founding Vox, a news website renowned for its explanatory journalism, and has been influential in shaping the role of the journalist in the digital era. more

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