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“Clinton is a big personality who has led a big life, and for some of the media conventional wisdom to boil it down to a view that 'all people are really interested in' are a few moments of madness in the Oval Office gets him, the importance of the presidency, and the significance of his life, all wrong.”

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Alastair Campbell

Alastair Campbell is a British journalist known for his extensive experience in politics and media. He served as the Prime Minister's Spokesperson under Tony Blair's government, playing a significant role in political communication. more

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