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On the recordMarch 11, 2008
I don't think that there is a directive in the Clinton campaign: 'Let's heighten the racial elements in the campaign.' I don't think that.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
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Obama's comments on the Clinton campaign's approach to race in the election.

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