Jan 13, 2009
It shows the perils of trying to govern before you actually take the oath of office and before you have your team in place.
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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Jan 12, 2009
This veto threat, he has got the high cards here. The Democrats are not going to let the financial community collapse at this point.
Jan 12, 2009
I think it says it is going to be a very messy process, but I think Obama's likely to prevail.
Jan 11, 2009
Underneath this comity, this period of good feelings between the two, there are going to be sharp departures under the Obama administration from what the Bush administration was doing.
Jan 11, 2009
Underneath this comedy, this sort of -- this period of good feelings between the two, there are going to be sharp departures under the Obama administration from what the Bush administration was doing.
Jan 8, 2009
I think it's laughable. And the -- what's most interesting and what's most important to see in this impeachment that has come forward now is it came out of committee unanimously.
Jan 8, 2009
President-elect Obama saying today that he's basically growing impatient over political posturing by members of Congress about the stimulus plan.
Jan 8, 2009
we support you, we want a stimulus package, but we want to be at the table, and we want a voice in this.
Jan 8, 2009
I think that the -- they were a little surprised in the Obama camp that people in the Congress said they would get this done by January 20.
Jan 7, 2009
The casualty out of all of this really may be his other plans. I don't know where -- when he gets this done, as I think he will, how does he then pay for health care reform long-term?
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