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On the recordMay 30, 2012
While I do not believe I did anything illegal, or ever thought I was doing anything illegal, I did an awful, awful lot that was wrong. And there is no one else responsible for my sins.
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Elaine Edwards
Democratic · Louisiana

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John Edwards acknowledges his wrongdoing and takes personal responsibility for his actions.

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