David Gergen actually said...

It is a surprise, Anderson. Just like we have in the $700 billion bailout, we're seeing tonight not only a collapse of this automobile package but the final collapse of political leadership in this Congress.

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David Gergen comments on the failure of the auto industry bailout and the lack of political leadership in Congress.

12/10/2008

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