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On the recordApril 24, 2006
The fact that he's lost much of his credibility is, I think, the biggest over -- barrier he has to overcome to get back and become an effective president again.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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Commenting on President George W. Bush's loss of credibility and its impact on his presidency.

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