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On the recordOctober 19, 2009
Mr. Emanuel did not say until the election. He said until we assess whether there is a credible partner.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas
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Paul Begala clarifies Rahm Emanuel's statement regarding the timing of troop decisions in relation to finding a credible partner in Afghanistan.

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