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'I'm More Determined Than Ever'

Clinton insists she's the stronger candidate after win in West Virginia

By John Johnson, Newser Staff

Posted May 13, 2008 8:58 PM CDT

(Newser) – Hillary Clinton said tonight she is "more determined than ever" to continue her campaign for the White House after what she termed an "overwhelming" victory in West Virginia, NBC reports. "I believe I'm the strongest candidate," she told supporters in Charleston... Read full story »

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'I'm More Determined Than Ever'

Clinton insists she's the stronger candidate after win in West Virginia

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