Quote by Newt Gingrich

So I'd be quite happy to have a three-hour Lincoln-Douglas-style debate with Barack Obama. I'd let him use a teleprompter. I'll just rely on knowledge. We'll do fine.

So I'd be quite happy to have a three-hour Lincoln-Douglas-s

Summary

This quote suggests the speaker's confidence in their ability to engage in a lengthy debate with Barack Obama, referencing the famous Lincoln-Douglas debates as a model. The speaker suggests that while Obama may utilize a teleprompter, they would rely solely on their own knowledge and still perform well. The quote reflects their belief in their debating skills and indicates a willingness to engage in a substantive and intellectual discussion.

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By Newt Gingrich

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