On the recordMarch 27, 2006
He has never been a man accused of heretical thinking or challenging basic assumptions. the president likes a tight circle. And, frankly, he likes a lot of yes men and women.
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transcripts.cnn.comPaul Begala: “He has never been a man accused of heretical thinking or challenging basic assumptions. the president likes a tight…”
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Begala comments on Bolten's lack of fresh ideas and the president's preference for a compliant staff.
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