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“Democracy requires you to learn how to lose as well as how to exercise power when you win. And that requires restraint all around. One of the reasons it works is because when you win you don't do things that are so upsetting to the losers that they feel like they have less, they have more to gain by turning over the system.”

Quote by David Frum

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David Frum, born on June 30, 1960, is a renowned speechwriter. His career began in the political field, where he has written speeches for several political figures. Frum's works are known for their clear and forceful language style, which has won him a wide audience. more

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