David Gergen: “But this one has run smack into reality, and the reality has been much…”

On the recordJuly 9, 2006

But this one has run smack into reality, and the reality has been much tougher than he thought.

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Gergen reflects on the challenges faced by President Bush during his presidency.

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David Gergen: “But this one has run smack into reality, and the reality has been much tougher than he thought.”