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Barack Obama: “You know, I -- I haven't met her before. She seems like a compelling person, obviously, a terrific story, personal…”

On the recordAugust 28, 2008
You know, I -- I haven't met her before. She seems like a compelling person, obviously, a terrific story, personal story. And, you know, I'm sure that she will help make the case for the Republicans. Unfortunately, the case is more of the same.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Barack Obama comments on Sarah Palin's selection as vice presidential candidate.

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