Political Quotes

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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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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

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