Barack Obama: “That's why, telling the American people what we think they want to…”

On the recordJanuary 9, 2008

That's why, telling the American people what we think they want to hear... just won't do.

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Democratic · Illinois

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Obama Campaign Press Release - Obama Campaign Announces Television Ad 'Moment' to Run in Nevada

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