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On the recordAugust 31, 2010
I think it's going to be really important that he give Hillary Clinton and George Mitchell, her negotiator, a lot of responsibility in these early months while he focuses on the economy.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen discusses the importance of delegating responsibilities to Hillary Clinton and George Mitchell during President Obama's focus on the economy.

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