America is a country that cares about its own, that it will go to great lengths, a former president will fly around the world, in effect, to bring back two innocent, brave Americans, to reunite them with their families, and that individuals matter in this country.
Gergen emphasizes the importance of America's commitment to its citizens and the lengths to which it will go to protect them.
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I think a lot of Americans do see it as disqualifying. And they're worried about it.
If he comes out and throws cold water on this, then I don't think it goes anywhere.
The midterms really helped him. They transformed the race, best midterm elections for any president in 20 years.
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