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On the recordNovember 25, 2008
He has to send a message publicly to terrorists in India and elsewhere that just as George W. Bush has been tough on terrorism, he will be do.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Gergen emphasizes the need for Obama to convey a strong stance against terrorism during his transition.

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