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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.

Mar 16, 2009

The Obama administration needs a team of managers led by people like Jack Welch to make sure this money in the stimulus is spent wisely and quickly.

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Mar 16, 2009

If he has to come back to Congress to ask more money for banks, more money for AIG, he's going to -- even a new stimulus package, Son of Stimulus.

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Mar 16, 2009

the Obama administration needs a team of managers led by people like Jack Welsh to make sure this money in the stimulus is spent wisely and quickly.

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Mar 16, 2009

It hasn't derailed his message yet... But it could jeopardize his program.

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Mar 16, 2009

with the leadership of President Obama, both the house and senate are moving forward with a legislation to vastly expand the size of Americorps.

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Mar 16, 2009

With the leadership of President Obama, both the House and the Senate are now moving forward with legislation to vastly expand the size of Americorps.

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Mar 15, 2009

He's playing defense, Anderson, because a lot of small-business people, you know, pay taxes as high-income taxpayers.

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Mar 15, 2009

I think today he's -- I think he was walking a tight rope and I think it was very difficult for him.

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Mar 11, 2009

I think that he has been -- had been -- sent a very encouraging signal to minorities, to blacks and to Hispanics, and I think that helps to bolster these numbers.

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Mar 11, 2009

I think President Obama did a good thing, a smart thing today in reaching out to the business community because we've been talking about this alienation with the business community; reaching out and assuring them that he's a free market…

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