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David Gergen: This President has very strong authoritarian instincts, and we don't know what he's going to do if cornered.

On the recordAugust 14, 2018
This President has very strong authoritarian instincts, and we don't know what he's going to do if cornered.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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Gergen discusses the unpredictable nature of President Trump's behavior when faced with legal challenges.

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