Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 28, 2007
It's better to be two points ahead than two points behind, but truth is, it's all within the margin of error.
Said by
Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the significance of a poll showing Barack Obama close to Hillary Clinton in Iowa.

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