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On the recordJune 9, 2008
The first and most important thing is that he choose someone who is seen as a serious person of gravitas, someone who could become president.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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Discussing the qualities Barack Obama should look for in a vice presidential candidate.

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