On the recordAugust 14, 2008
Choosing the right running mate has always been a high-stakes decision for presidential candidates, but this year may be the most important decision for these candidates in recent history.
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transcripts.cnn.comBarack Obama: “Choosing the right running mate has always been a high-stakes decision for presidential candidates, but this year may be…”
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Discussing the significance of selecting a vice presidential running mate in the current presidential race.
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