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On the recordApril 19, 2004
Yes, and no. Yes, I think he should be a little stronger on criticizing the president on Iraq. It's an ongoing operation. I think it's a disaster.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas
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Commenting on Senator John Kerry's criticism of President Bush regarding the Iraq war.

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