Nov 20, 2008
That's the test of leadership for Barack Obama. Can he make this a team that pulls together in the same direction?
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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Nov 20, 2008
I think it's going to be tricky; it's going to be worked out week to week.
Nov 20, 2008
I think Bill Clinton has shown enormous loyalty to his wife and her professional life.
Nov 20, 2008
the priority at this point has to be given to picking a treasury secretary.
Nov 20, 2008
They had to work through the different financial receipts for Bill Clinton to make sure that there would be no embarrassments.
Nov 20, 2008
I think Bill Clinton will continue to do a lot of good in the world, and over time maybe they can even use him in some of their diplomatic efforts.
Nov 19, 2008
There's another thing on Hillary. And that is they have to figure out the sub-cabinet question, too? Is she going to select all her sub-cabinet, or is the Obama team going to be able to select some of those people?
Nov 19, 2008
Well, I think that's right. It's again important as Gloria was suggesting, this is a jigsaw puzzle.
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