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On the recordDecember 12, 2010
Well, he campaigned on extending them for the middle class. I don't know. I think the Republicans may get hurt slightly. Elections have consequences and one of the consequences of this election if you're a rich person, you did very well.
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James Carville
Democratic · Louisiana

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Carville discusses the political implications of Obama's tax deal and its impact on the wealthy.

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