On the recordSeptember 8, 2015
You know, Donald has an incredible ability to attract attention, 24 million Americans watched the first debate. Millions of eyeballs watched that debate. Our national support doubled.
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transcripts.cnn.comTed Cruz: “You know, Donald has an incredible ability to attract attention, 24 million Americans watched the first debate. Millions…”
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Cruz credits Trump's media presence for increasing his own campaign's visibility and support.
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