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David Gergen: “It's very, very important. Yes, money counts. Yes, ground game counts. Both Paul and Gloria are right about that. But so…”

On the recordJune 4, 2012
It's very, very important. Yes, money counts. Yes, ground game counts. Both Paul and Gloria are right about that. But so do fundamental ideas. They matter in politics.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen emphasizes the significance of fundamental ideas in politics alongside financial resources and campaign strategies.

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