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Condoleezza Rice

I didn't run for student council president. I don't see myself in any way in elected office. I love policy. I'm not particularly fond of politics.

Condoleezza Rice

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Condoleezza Rice is saying that she never pursued a leadership position through elections because she doesn't identify with the role of an elected official. Instead, she enjoys working on the ideas and rules behind government but does not like the political process itself.

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