The better the information it has, the better democracy works. Silence and secrecy are never good for it.
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Nationality: British Type: Journalist Born: September 19, 1945 |
“Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.”
“I want you to know what I have told Australia's Parliament in Canberra - what I told General Petraeus in Kabul - what I told President Obama in the Oval Office this week. Australia will stand firm with our ally the United States.”