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On the recordAugust 7, 2008
I hate to admit it, but I'm not the best parent in my family. The best parent in my family is here with me today. It's my wife Elizabeth, who is right down here.
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John Bel Edwards
Democratic · Louisiana

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John Edwards acknowledges his wife Elizabeth as the better parent during a public event.

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