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David Gergen said...

When you demolish, when you get rid of your and destroy your moral capacity to lead, you are a weakened figure for the rest of the time you're there.

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Gergen emphasizes the importance of moral leadership for a president.

07/16/2017

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David  Gergen
out of office

usa, Massachusetts

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Born5/9/1942

Died7/10/2025 (aged 83)

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