Haley Stevens: “Abdul was very clear. He said, don't come. I endorsed him.”

“I am certainly not trying to hurt anyone. I know these parties are big and powerful forces, and, you know, I respect that. You know, I've been a Democrat for a long time, but Abdul was very clear. He said, don't come. I endorsed him. I meant it when I endorsed him. I gave him a big hug. I stood there. I was just having a good time.” (01:10–01:15)

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