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The great power the president has is that he is the most prominent person in the biggest media event on the planet. He has the attention of the nation and the world. When he speaks, everybody listens.
David Frum
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David Frum
Age: 64
Born: 1960
Born: June 30
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David Jeffrey Frum
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