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David Gergen: I think there are going to be those who want to fuel 'The New York Times' story and say they -- and make that the…

On the recordFebruary 19, 2008
I think there are going to be those who want to fuel 'The New York Times' story and say they -- and make that the controversy, rather than McCain.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen discusses the potential for the media focus to shift from John McCain to the handling of the story by 'The New York Times.'

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