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Claire McCaskill: I think he was demonstrating that he wasn't just about the bright lights, he wasn't just about the amazing oratorical…

On the recordJuly 3, 2008
I think he was demonstrating that he wasn't just about the bright lights, he wasn't just about the amazing oratorical skills. He was about the day-to-day, grind it out, do the work and earn the respect of your peers.
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Claire McCaskill
Democratic · Missouri

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McCaskill reflects on Obama's approach to his work in the Senate.

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