Governor Tim Pawlenty of Minnesota speaks during a luncheon at the 2008 Republican Governors Association Annual Conference in Miami November 12, 2008. Reuters Pictures 15 months ago

Governor Tim Pawlenty of Minnesota speaks during a luncheon at the 2008 Republican Governors Association Annual Conference in Miami November 12, 2008.

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