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Motley Fool Money · Saturday, July 4, 2026

Freedom to Criticize Power: A Democratic Privilege

Andrew Rampage highlights the democratic privilege of speaking truth to power without fear of reprisal, referencing Grace Chen's 'side eye' to the Prime Minister as an example. He argues against the notion that leaders must always be given utmost respect, regardless of their actions.

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I never I always am uncomfortable when you are not able to speak truth to power.
Andrew Rampage
I mean, that's harsh. It sounds harsh, but it's kind of like, that is the cut and thrust of political reality.
Andrew Rampage
I strongly, strongly disagree.
Andrew Rampage
Heard on Motley Fool Money — “Mailbag, incl: The pollies aren’t as bad as you say! July 5, 2026, published Saturday, July 4, 2026. Heardvine summarizes and quotes with attribution and timestamps, and links to the original everywhere.
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