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Paul Begala: “But Iraq makes everything worse because Iraq goes at the central pillars of his presidency, that he is competent and…”

On the recordDecember 18, 2005
But Iraq makes everything worse because Iraq goes at the central pillars of his presidency, that he is competent and strong in defending America, that he is trustworthy and honest.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

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Democratic strategist Paul Begala analyzes how the Iraq war affects President Bush's image and presidency.

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