On the recordJune 12, 2012
Elections are always about the future not the past. It is very difficult for incumbents to understand that because in most other jobs when you're up for renewal you say, I did a good job.
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Paul Begala discusses the challenges incumbents face in elections, emphasizing the need for President Obama to focus on future plans rather than past achievements.
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