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On the recordApril 23, 2008
It is entirely understandable that Reverend Wright would want to defend himself. He does feel he's been unfairly attacked.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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Gergen comments on Reverend Wright's decision to speak out amid the controversy surrounding his past remarks.

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