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Paul Begala

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Paul Begala is a prominent American political consultant, strategist, and television personality, best known for his role as a senior advisor to President Bill Clinton from 1993 to 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, he has been influential in shaping political discourse and strategy in the United States. Begala has also made a name for himself as a commentator on various news networks, where he provides insights on political issues and campaigns.

Aug 15, 2016

There's this myth that somehow Trump is off message when he says this divisive hateful incendiary things, he needs to get back on message, that is the Trump message.

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Aug 15, 2016

Yes, it's done real damage. It has. I'd say, when the story broke, I -- to quote George W. Bush, I misunderestimated the damage that this would do.

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Aug 8, 2016

They need to go to battle stations here. They need to disavow this guy, and they need to fire the advance person.

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Jul 23, 2016

Yes, it's a distraction. Instead of getting on the stage she should be getting on a plane, there's an 8:35 to Miami.

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Jul 23, 2016

Hillary's been very famous for a very long time. She's not somebody who's worried about someone overshadowing her.

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Jul 23, 2016

I think we can all agree. I mean, this Tim Kaine story is pretty cool because it shows in politics, like decent people do rise.

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Jul 23, 2016

He's a very deliberative guy. But he's not afraid of anybody.

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Jul 23, 2016

I think it will affect us. I was for Hillary in the primaries in a way.

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Jul 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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May 19, 2016

But she takes those positions anyway, I know, I'm not at all convinced it is a political winner. It's a matter of principle. She actually believes it.

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