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David Gergen: I don't think it has something to do with President Obama. It has a lot more to do with 9/11 and the fear of terrorism.

On the recordAugust 30, 2010
I don't think it has something to do with President Obama. It has a lot more to do with 9/11 and the fear of terrorism.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen explains that the negative perceptions of President Obama are more related to post-9/11 fears rather than his actions.

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