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Mitt Romney’s $10K Gamble Was Worth It, and About Right for His Wealth

Making the wager shows Romney is not a puritan, and the amount is appropriate for his wealth, says Michael Shackleford.

Michael Shackleford
Michael Shackleford
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Michael Shackleford

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