David Gergen: “Its language you don't hear and it's often used as a prelude to…”

On the recordApril 9, 2019

Its language you don't hear and it's often used as a prelude to cracking down and doing things in a tougher way.

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Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen discusses the implications of President Trump's language regarding coups.

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David Gergen: “Its language you don't hear and it's often used as a prelude to cracking down and doing things in a tougher way.”