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On the recordJuly 23, 2016
You need to show -- her service is important and it should be honored but if it is a distraction from winning Democrats cannot afford it.
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Paul Begala
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Begala emphasizes the need to prioritize the convention's focus over honoring Wasserman Schultz.

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