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Bill Bennett: I discovered firsthand that the idea of the revolving door is vastly overrated. I was like any other lobbyist.

On the recordJanuary 16, 2007
I discovered firsthand that the idea of the revolving door is vastly overrated. I was like any other lobbyist.
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Bill Bennett

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Discussing personal experiences with the revolving door phenomenon in lobbying.

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