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Analysis: Gordon Brown's telephone call to Jacqui Janes | Andrew Sparrow

Five key reasons why the recording matters JJ: Many, many years ago, in 18-something, somebody said the biggest enemy of our army was our Treasury ... They were so right. GB: I, I ... JJ: Even to this day ... GB: I, I ... Full Article at Guardian Unlimited

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