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Bill Clinton speaks at the Democratic National Convention 2012: Live blog
Former President Bill Clinton provided the highlight of the evening, formally putting Barack Obama's name up for nomination at the Democratic convention and delivering an impassioned defense of Obama's term in office. (Sept. 6) (September 6, 2012 12:03 PM)
Even with a quavering voice, President Bill Clinton, 66, played defense attorney, professor, preacher and salesman in his vintage live dramatic performance on behalf of President Barack Obama.
We all know that when it comes to the salesman part, it is best to check all the facts first, and Clinton has piled up a number of purportedly factual statements that will now be subject to dissection...