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On the recordNovember 3, 2004
He doesn't have -- actually need to, to begin with. I, it would be good for the country. But as a just raw political matter, he has the votes for much of his agenda.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

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Begala discusses President Bush's ability to push his agenda without needing bipartisan support.

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