David Gergen: “He can't afford probably to have somebody that they are as suspicious…”

On the recordFebruary 7, 2008

He can't afford probably to have somebody that they are as suspicious of as they are of him.

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Independent · Massachusetts

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Discussing John McCain's need to choose a vice presidential nominee who appeals to conservatives.

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David Gergen: “He can't afford probably to have somebody that they are as suspicious of as they are of him.”