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“If McNamee is lying, then he has acted inexcusably, and he has made Clemens an innocent victim. If Clemens isn't telling the truth, then he has acted shamefully and has smeared McNamee. I don't think there's anything in between.”

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Jim Lehrer, born in May 1934, is an accomplished journalist renowned for his long career in the news industry and his profound understanding of news reporting. more

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