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David Gergen: The only real split, most interesting split was when John McCain split with the president, went after him for…

On the recordMay 2, 2007
The only real split, most interesting split was when John McCain split with the president, went after him for mismanaging the war.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen highlights a notable moment during the debate where John McCain criticized President Bush's handling of the war.

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