David Gergen: “If he wins South Carolina, it keeps the race going. And that's why it…”

On the recordJanuary 18, 2012

If he wins South Carolina, it keeps the race going. And that's why it was pivotal.

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Independent · Massachusetts

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Gergen reflects on the significance of Newt Gingrich winning South Carolina for the continuation of the race.

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David Gergen: “If he wins South Carolina, it keeps the race going. And that's why it was pivotal.”