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Mitt Romney: “His comments about rape were deeply offensive. And I can't defend what he said. I can't defend him. The thing he should…”

On the recordAugust 19, 2012
His comments about rape were deeply offensive. And I can't defend what he said. I can't defend him. The thing he should consider is what's in the best interest of the things he believes most deeply. What will help the country at this -- at this the critical time.
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Mitt Romney
Republican · Utah

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Romney condemns Akin's comments about rape and emphasizes the need for Akin to consider the best interests of the country.

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