Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 10, 2011
I think that can be an effective thing in a politician. And I think he's going to be formidable. If I was Mitt Romney, I would be quaking in my Gucci's.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

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Begala discusses the potential effectiveness of Rick Perry as a candidate and suggests that Mitt Romney should be concerned.

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