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On the recordJuly 31, 2019
This is my problem with the debate is I believe many of these candidates seeking to win the nomination are setting themselves up to lose the presidency to Donald Trump.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

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Begala critiques Democratic candidates for potentially jeopardizing their chances against Trump.

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