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Paul Begala: “I think George Bush's central appeal, really, when you strip it all away is, I'll be strong on national defense and I'll…”

On the recordSeptember 8, 2004
I think George Bush's central appeal, really, when you strip it all away is, I'll be strong on national defense and I'll always tell the truth. That was his big thing. I'll restore honor and dignity to the oval office.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

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Begala discusses Bush's campaign promises and the importance of truthfulness in his leadership.

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