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Paul Begala: “He was dealing with folks who he believed were willing to harm the economy to pursue their -- their principles and…”

On the recordJuly 31, 2011
He was dealing with folks who he believed were willing to harm the economy to pursue their -- their principles and perhaps even political agendas.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

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Begala comments on President Obama's challenges in negotiating with those who prioritize their political agendas over economic stability.

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