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John McCain: “I guess it was my old beloved friend that said the politician's prayer is may the words I utter today be tender and…”

On the recordDecember 12, 2010
I guess it was my old beloved friend that said the politician's prayer is may the words I utter today be tender and sweet because tomorrow I may have to eat them. We're seeing clips all over the place. We can't extend these tax cuts for the rich.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain reflects on the inconsistency of political statements regarding tax cuts for the wealthy.

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