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On the recordJanuary 8, 2008
I think there's a very good chance of that. And, if I may say so, Anderson, whether you like Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton, I think that's good for the candidates and good for the country.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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Gergen reflects on the benefits of a prolonged campaign for both candidates and the electorate.

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