Bill Clinton: “I realize what happened in November. I recognize the change. I extend…”

On the recordJanuary 22, 2007

I realize what happened in November. I recognize the change. I extend my hand.

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John King references Bill Clinton's approach to working with Republicans after a shift in Congress, drawing parallels to President Bush's situation.

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