HALPERIN'S TAKE: The Five Most Important People in American Politics Right Now Who Aren't Barack Obama

1. John Podesta
2. Rahm Emanuel
3. John Kerry
4. John McCain
5. The next chair of the Republican National Committee

1. John Podesta
2. Rahm Emanuel
3. John Kerry
4. John McCain
5. The next chair of the Republican National Committee
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