Democracy is not just constitutional and legislative rules; it is a culture and practice and adhering by the law and respecting international human rights principles.
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Type: Statesman Born: October 21, 1969 |
A statesman who keeps his ear permanently glued to the ground will have neither elegance of posture nor flexibility of movement.
As the first Member of Congress from western Washington to serve on the House Agriculture Committee in over 50 years, I am proud to represent the needs of our agriculture community.

