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Donald Trump speaks in Nashua in April, 2015Businessman. real estate developer, and TV personality Donald Trump has flirted with running for president numerous times in recent years, though he has never launched a formal campaign until this year.Trump earned his fortune in New York City real estate and gained fame through his television show The Apprentice. He has never held or run for political office. He is likely the only presidential candidate to have been inducted into the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Hall of Fame.Trump declared his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination on June 16, 2015.

In N.H., Trump Says He Feels Guilty For Never Serving In Vietnam War

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Donald Trump says he feels guilty for never serving in the Vietnam War because he knows many brave people who did.

Trump's comments came during a Tuesday night event in New Hampshire that offered a more intimate exchange than his typical rallies. He opened the floor for questions and at times kept the audience near silence as he discussed where his patriotism comes from and what advice he'd give to young people.

He says politicians today need to use more "tough talk" when it comes to dealing with the Islamic State in the Middle East, and criticizes rivals for saying his tone is too brash.

He's also offering a warning to young people about the dangers of alcohol and drugs, saying they can hamper future success.

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