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Hillary Clinton: I want to be sure that whoever I pick could be president immediately if something were to happen.

On the recordOctober 2, 2016
I want to be sure that whoever I pick could be president immediately if something were to happen.
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Hillary Clinton
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Hillary Clinton emphasizes the importance of her vice presidential pick's readiness for presidency.

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