On the recordJune 12, 2011
If you can't convince the American people it's a good idea, maybe it's not a good idea.
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transcripts.cnn.comNewt Gingrich: “If you can't convince the American people it's a good idea, maybe it's not a good idea.”
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Gingrich emphasizes the need for Republican proposals to have public support, reflecting on past criticisms of Obama.
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