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It’s a simple political principle that good policy makes good politics, but good politics comes out of policies that affect people in a positive way.”
From Salon ● Jun. 28, 2026
It is nothing but good that the Reagan Institute is now on the side of mathematics and reason.
From MarketWatch ● May 28, 2026
That’s bad news for hungry shoppers, but good news for the country’s e-commerce giants.
From Barron's ● Mar. 25, 2026
Some people, however, were more on board, like Cerys who said: "It's a bit of a crazy idea but good on him if he thinks he can do it."
From BBC ● Mar. 19, 2026
“I dislike you, Tandy, but good luck,” Sampson spat.
From "Confessions of a Murder Suspect" by James Patterson
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