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Blumenthal on Lieberman's 'ferociously independent' legacy

Memories and condolences are pouring in for former Sen. Joe Lieberman, the Democrat turned independent who never shied away from bucking the party line. Lieberman had a lengthy political history and was the first Jewish candidate on a major party ticket when Al Gore chose him as his running mate. William Brangham discussed Lieberman's life and legacy with Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut.

Blumenthal on Lieberman's 'ferociously independent' legacy

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