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Bill Clinton says Obama is ready to lead America

 
DENVER (Reuters) - Former President Bill Clinton offered hearty and unqualified praise for Barack Obama on Wednesday, saying the man who crushed his wife's White House dream was ready to lead America and restore U.S. global leadership. (link)

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