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Mike Pence Ditches Donald Trump, Starts His 2020 Run at VP Debate

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Again and again, the vice-presidential candidate pivoted to his own competence and political skill—rather than the flaws of the guy at the top of his ticket.

Betsy Swan 

Former Political Reporter

Jackie Kucinich
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Betsy Swan

Betsy Swan

Former Political Reporter

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Jackie Kucinich

Jackie Kucinich

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