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David Gergen

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David Gergen was an American political commentator and advisor who served in the administrations of four U.S. presidents, providing insights and guidance on various political matters. Born on May 9, 1942, in Massachusetts, Gergen held significant roles in both Republican and Democratic administrations, showcasing his ability to navigate the political landscape across party lines. He was also a professor of public service at Harvard University, where he influenced a new generation of leaders. In addition to his academic work, Gergen was a senior political analyst for CNN, contributing to public discourse on current events until his passing on July 10, 2025.

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Jun 15, 2010

I do not understand why they have not been brought in, in a serious way to get these problems cleared up.

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Jun 15, 2010

I think they have continued to miss their mark on the cleanup.

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Jun 15, 2010

I think that's a classy choice and I think that's also a big step forward.

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Jun 14, 2010

I think he stood up for what he believed. That was courageous to do that in this situation.

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Jun 14, 2010

We need action on the coast. These two gentlemen are right about that.

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Jun 14, 2010

I think a lot of people are looking for more decisive action, especially on what he's going to do to clean up and fix up the coast, and do it quickly.

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May 25, 2010

If they don't, I think the president has no choice but to do what Senator Nelson was arguing today, and that was to put the government in charge, with bringing in the military to help coordinate that.

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May 25, 2010

But it's going to, Anderson, if this 'top kill' doesn't work, and if in the next two days the president doesn't take full control of this and bring in the top military people to coordinate it and the top minds and the top technologists and…

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May 25, 2010

NOAA could not have -- could have actually made an effort over the last month to figure out how much oil was actually leaking from -- from that leak.

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May 25, 2010

the EPA could have been doing more to test on some of these dispersants.

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May 25, 2010

A lot of local officials who still have faith in President Obama say Friday is going to be a huge test once he comes down here.

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