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Chelsea Clinton on Media Interviews

One of the enduring images of Chelsea Clinton from her father’s presidency is the picture of her walking between her parents, holding both of their hands, in the middle of Monicagate. It suggests real poise (and possibly political savvy, if you’re cynical), which is again on display here at what appears to be a small Hillary reception. Chelsea explains that she refuses media interviews because she draws boundaries she’s comfortable with. She chooses instead to engage directly with voters (video via Ann Raber):

This clip shows an interesting blend of her mother’s seriousness and her father’s ease with an audience. Were you convinced when she said she’s not planning to run for office someday?