Well, usually when you talk about a mandate, you're talking about an overwhelming win. I don't think by any measurement the 2004 election was an overwhelming win.
Lincoln ChafeeStudents of America, working families of America: President Obama will not turn his back on you.
Lincoln ChafeeAny political historian can give innumerable examples of one percenters who have gone on to success, maybe even Bill Clinton himself?
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