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Published 8/27/2008 by Mark Murray at First Read

From NBC's Mark HudspethSenior Obama campaign adviser Robert Gibbs said in a statement to the traveling press corps: "After leaving the house party, Sen. Obama called and talked for several minutes with Sen. Hillary Clinton, saying how grateful he was for her support, that she gave a terrific speech, and that all those he watched with in Billings, MT were moved by her video and introduction from Chelsea. Also said he loved her line 'No way, no how, no McCain.'" "Sen. Obama also called and spoke...( read more ) (link)

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