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On the recordOctober 23, 2008
Next week is called the week for closing argument. And they are going to -- they have very carefully laid out a plan in their own heads about advertising, and other things, to make their closing arguments.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen explains the strategic planning of Barack Obama's campaign as they prepare for the final push before the election.

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