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On the recordFebruary 20, 2018
Yes, I think that -- I think that it would. I think it would be a risky move for him with his base.
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David Axelrod
Democratic · Illinois

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Axelrod believes that if the President takes a stand on gun control, it could provide political cover for others to act.

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