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NightSide - Does It Matter What We Call It?

BOSTON (CBS) - It wasn't long after the news of the Orlando shooting broke that politicians began weighing in on both sides. Donald Trump lashed out at President Obama and presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton over their refusal to use the term "radical Islamic terror." Hillary Clinton, who in the past has refused to use that phrase, changed her position and said she has no problem using it, but wants to focus more on action than words. President Obama, on the other hand, explained to the press why he believes labeling these groups as "Islamic" does more harm than good. What do you think? Is it important to label these groups as radical Islamic terrorists? Or does that play into the message they are trying to send?

Originally broadcast June 14th, 2016.

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