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On the recordDecember 2, 2020
No, their problem is Anderson, he's got more support back in their districts in their states than they do and that gives him enormous -- it gives him enormous leverage against them.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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Gergen explains Trump's leverage over Republican politicians due to his support in their districts.

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