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This is a fundamental question, Mr. Mayor [ Rudy Giuliani ]. Is the president of the United States legitimate or not? Do you believe it? If you believe it, why doesn't your candidate state it.

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Chris Matthews
Age: 79
Born: 1945
Born: December 17
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