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Michael Caputo and Dane Smith
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Tim Pawlenty delivers remarks on U.S. economy
Former Minnesota Governor and Republican presidential hopeful Tim Pawlenty speaks to students at the University of Chicago on June 7, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. Pawlenty discussed his views about the nation's economy to approximately 100 students gathered in the lecture hall on the campus.
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Tim Pawlenty delivers remarks on U.S. economy
Former Minnesota Governor and Republican presidential hopeful Tim Pawlenty speaks to students at the University of Chicago on June 7, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. Pawlenty discussed his views about the nation's economy to approximately 100 students gathered in the lecture hall on the campus.
Scott Olson/Getty Images