On the recordAugust 2, 2015
Look, I used to give money to candidates. I gave money to all sorts of candidates because I wanted them to do things for me. And that's what's wrong about this system, you buy access.
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Donald Trump reflects on his past contributions to candidates and critiques the influence of money in politics.
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