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On the recordSeptember 30, 2008
If the Republicans are responsible for yet defeating it once again, John McCain will pay a huge price. If the Democrats now peel away and defeat it, then Barack Obama's going to pay a big price.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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Gergen discusses the political consequences for both McCain and Obama if the House votes down a significant bill.

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