David Gergen: “He could call the congressional leader back to Washington from their…”

On the recordAugust 7, 2011

He could call the congressional leader back to Washington from their vacation and see if he can cut a deal on jobs.

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Gergen suggests that President Obama should bring congressional leaders back to negotiate on job-related issues.

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David Gergen: “He could call the congressional leader back to Washington from their vacation and see if he can cut a deal on jobs.”