Apr 14, 2009
This is a piece though, of a lot of anger that's free-flowing in society.
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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Apr 14, 2009
President Obama is going to have to just sort of -- this is going to be just part of the landscape.
Apr 13, 2009
The one thing they agree on is that they're warning about the deficits, that there's too much spending.
Apr 12, 2009
He has tough decisions ahead, but I think it underscores the fact that, as commander-in-chief, in this incident, he did very well by the United States.
Apr 12, 2009
He -- the president has some tough choices ahead. But one has to say up front that Barack Obama was a model of presidential leadership in the early stages of this episode.
Apr 12, 2009
Barack Obama was a model of presidential leadership in the early stages of this episode.
Apr 12, 2009
It's also a place where, I mean, the U.S. had a very bad experience there.
Apr 12, 2009
It's true, Anderson, but, you know, President Reagan also showed us that, sometimes, when you strike really hard, as we did in Libya, and you do it in a surgical way, that can send a message that scares people off.
Apr 12, 2009
No, I think, Anderson, there are times when things are thrust onto your desk as president, and you can't avoid acting on them, and this is now on his desk.
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