David Gergen: “I think it's far more about the symbolism, as Candy is right, than…”

On the recordNovember 13, 2008

I think it's far more about the symbolism, as Candy is right, than about a cabinet position.

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David Gergen reflects on the significance of the meeting between Barack Obama and John McCain.

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David Gergen: “I think it's far more about the symbolism, as Candy is right, than about a cabinet position.”