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Video: Perry's Comeback Week Included Self-Inflicted Wounds

Gov. Rick Perry tried to inject new energy into his campaign this week by hiring high-profile political players and unveiling his plans for a flat tax. But some self-inflicted wounds may have garnered more attention.

by Todd Wiseman and Thanh Tan

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Gov. Rick Perry tried to reboot his campaign this week, hiring high-profile political players and unveiling a flat tax. But some self-inflicted wounds may have garnered more attention. 

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