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On the recordFebruary 8, 2009
The president wants to move forward. He seems to have less of a retribution streak in him than almost any politician I've come across. I think it's good for the country.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas
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Begala discusses Obama's approach to moving forward without seeking retribution for past actions.

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