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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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Feb 28, 2019

The issue increasingly for the public is, is he fit for the office. Is he morally fit to lead the country and to lead the world?

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Feb 28, 2019

It's not normal for a president to be saying stuff like this.

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Feb 26, 2019

I think what Cohen did was very helpful to the Democrats because he put a lot more fuel in their tank to do further investigations.

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Feb 26, 2019

I have been surprised, frankly, that the White House hasn't provided counterprogramming. I mean, the whole point of this trip was to get big headlines for the president, so I think there was some foundation for the Congress moving ahead on…

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Feb 11, 2019

Senator Burr has said, we've had a lot of hearings and we haven't seen any evidence of collusion.

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Feb 11, 2019

We should wait and you can leave it -- you know, by implication, he's agreeing with Burr that he has seen anything so far, but he's not saying that.

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Feb 10, 2019

I think that would cause great heartburn for the Democrats and would split the Republicans.

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Feb 10, 2019

Does he intend to use his emergency powers to get the difference? Let's say they put in $2 billion in the agreement and he's still $3.7 short of what he wanted.

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Feb 10, 2019

Mr. President, his next move is up to you. You will be helpful tonight in El Paso if he did not go after the Democrats hammer in tongue and take the low road.

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Feb 6, 2019

There is a deep suspicion, especially among Democrats and independents that there is something in that that he's holding back for a good reason, that it would be damaging for him.

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Feb 6, 2019

These are the fruits of the midterms. And for Trump, they're very bitter fruits.

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