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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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Aug 28, 2008

I think when people get ready, they'll go and beat up on Barack Obama next week at the Republican convention and we know they will. It's going to sound rather hollow when they say we can't turn national security over to someone who has…

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Aug 28, 2008

It is imprudent, in fact, it's reckless, to put the commander in chief role in the hands of someone with little experience like Barack Obama.

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Aug 28, 2008

I think Roland is right that he came out swinging last night.

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Aug 28, 2008

I think reform has been one of the four main themes of the Republican Convention all along.

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Aug 28, 2008

The biggest single gamble in modern political history, Anderson. On one hand, she's firing up the evangelicals and many of the social conservatives because of her pro-life, pro-gun sort of view, lifetime NRA. She's also very popular in…

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Aug 18, 2008

It is working for McCain. And the McCain team has been very open that they went to school on the Hillary Clinton campaign; that they learned from that.

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Aug 18, 2008

If he does not go that way, if he does not go for a pro-choice candidate, if he goes for a pro-life candidate, then, in effect, he will have allowed the Rush Limbaughs of the world to veto what he otherwise might have wanted to do.

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Aug 18, 2008

The dynamics of this campaign, as we talked about last night, are definitely changing.

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Aug 18, 2008

It does raise the specter that if he does not go that way, if he does not go for a pro-choice candidate, if he goes for a pro-life candidate, then, in effect, he will have allowed the Rush Limbaughs of the world to veto what he otherwise…

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Aug 14, 2008

Barack needs somebody who does more than just not ruffle feathers.

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Aug 14, 2008

Yes. The race is so close, Anderson, and each -- each one of the choices is going to say an awful lot about the man who makes the choice.

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