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John Kerry

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John Kerry is a prominent Democratic politician from Massachusetts who served as the 68th Secretary of State from February 2013 to January 2017 under President Barack Obama. Prior to his role as Secretary of State, Kerry was a United States Senator, representing Massachusetts from January 1985 until June 2013. During his time in the Senate, he was known for his work on foreign relations, environmental issues, and healthcare reform. He played a significant role in the negotiation of the Paris Agreement on climate change, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in addressing global challenges.

Feb 1, 2004

I don't know whatever happened to Governor Dean's positive campaign. But it's the shortest lived positive campaign I've ever seen.

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Jan 29, 2004

I did what Jim Clyburn did and what Bill Clinton did, which is mend it. And Jim Clyburn wouldn't be supporting it if it were otherwise.

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Jan 29, 2004

If I win the nomination, we will be actively campaigning in the South. And there are states I'm convinced we can win.

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Jan 28, 2004

It's the greatest form of flattery. Bring it on. Let's have this debate.

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Jan 28, 2004

I think there's been a lack of accountability at the CIA. I regret it. I know him personally. But that's the nature of responsibility.

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Jan 27, 2004

This is the Show-Me State. And we're here to show George Bush the door.

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Jan 27, 2004

I expect to compete with the same underdog mentality, with the same quality of every vote counts. I'm going to fight for every vote.

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Jan 26, 2004

You have to learn not to take it personally. And the one thing I was told is you are going to have to thicken your skin.

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