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Tom Corbett: “People who run for office initially don't really comprehend…”

Featuring: Tom Corbett, Republican | Former Governor of Pennsylvania

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Trunk 'N Tails Episode 33: Have political threats and violence become normal?

Published | Video Starts at 13:18

I don't necessarily. They needed to increase security. I don't believe a solid wall to the river is the right way. But, you know, it's done. But, you know, and, and People who run for office initially don't really comprehend the potential threat to you. Now, when I ran for office, I had been in law enforcement. I'd been a prosecutor, so I always knew there was the possibility out there. I worried more for my family than. Than for me. But it is a different time, and I suspect that we are going to lose and not know it. (13:18–13:35)

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Asserts that political candidates may not initially understand the security threats they face.

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