May 25, 2010
the EPA could have been doing more to test on some of these dispersants.
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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May 24, 2010
There has to be someone in charge. And then you bring in the -- all of the representatives, the CEOs of all of these drilling companies, and say, ladies and gentlemen, you have got a collective responsibility to come up with your best…
May 24, 2010
If we don't get this problem solved in the next 30 to 60 days your jobs are in jeopardy.
May 24, 2010
But it's not enough simply to care. You've got to take charge. And we've reached that moment in this crisis when I think he has to take charge.
May 24, 2010
It should be unacceptable -- and I think it is to most Americans -- to let the fate of our precious coastline and the waters off our shores rest in the hands of a foreign-owned company like BP.
May 24, 2010
But it's not enough simply to care, you have to take charge. We've reached that moment in this crisis when I think he has to take charge.
May 24, 2010
It should be unacceptable and I think it is to most Americans to let the fate of our precious coastline and the waters off our shores rest in the hands of a foreign-owned company like BP.
May 24, 2010
The President must take charge of this, especially if BP fails tomorrow in this critical effort to get that 'top kill' in place.
Apr 18, 2010
And, you know, Chris Dodd, Barney Frank, they've all jumped on this. And they're going to use that.
Apr 18, 2010
There's no question this helps the Democrats. That's why President Obama is coming to New York on Thursday and to beat up on Wall Street.
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