Political Quotes

On the recordMay 6, 2007
I can relate to the Chicago Bulls. They're a young team. Sometimes, they're going make a few mistakes. But I think they have got great promise.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Obama uses a sports metaphor to discuss potential and mistakes.

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