“a stunning failure of leadership”
“This budget is the epitome of 'America Last.'”
“We are unstoppable.”
“Everything will get better.”
“I vowed not to let Israel or America’s friends in the Persian Gulf 'get hurt or fail in any way, shape, or form.'”
“I’m popular”

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On the recordJune 25, 2008
I might not be your first choice, but I'm a pretty good choice.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
Source
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Editor's note · Context

Obama acknowledges his position among Clinton supporters and emphasizes his respect for them.

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