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On the recordApril 28, 2008
And the fact that Reverend Wright would think that somehow it was appropriate to command the stage for three or four consecutive days in the midst of this major debate is something that not only makes me angry but also saddens me.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
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Editor's note · Context

Obama criticizes Wright for dominating media attention during a critical time in his campaign.

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