2012's Worst Political Speeches
While some campaign addresses inspired, others just fell plain flat. From Herman's Cain's baffling Pokemon quote to Clint Eastwood's infamous interview with a chair, relive the year's least-effective speeches.

Lynne Sladky
While some campaign addresses inspired, others just fell plain flat. From Herman's Cain's baffling Pokemon quote to Clint Eastwood's infamous interview with a chair, relive the year's least-effective speeches.
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