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“If you look at the polls - the conservatives are fine.I think there will be a fair amount of enthusiasm, or at least motivation. They very much want to remove President [Barack] Obama.”

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William Kristol

William Kristol, born on December 23, 1952, is an influential American commentator. He is known for his extensive impact in the fields of political commentary and news analysis, particularly for his insights into conservative politics. more

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