"I'll never procrastinate again, " said Ms. Ansary, her voice cracking with emotion.

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There was that one awkward moment near the end where Rubio, his voice cracking and his throat dry, quickly reached for a bottle of water.

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He speaks with quiet assurance, but you can tell his voice is one degree away from cracking.

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