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On the recordMarch 19, 2008
We were told it wasn't going to count, and so we didn't campaign there. In fact, my name wasn't on the ballot in Michigan. But I think it's important to make sure that the people of Michigan and the people of Florida, that their delegates are seated.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Obama discusses the importance of seating delegates from Michigan and Florida, emphasizing fairness in the primary process.

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