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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.

Oct 28, 2008

What we do know is both candidates have concentrated in the battleground states. They've put a lot of resources, they've put a lot of personal time. For Obama to have a significant lead in this big battleground states says an awful lot…

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Oct 28, 2008

The Latino voters, what we understand, they're going about two to one for Obama. Much heavier than -- and it could be the opportunity for -- of a lifetime for the Democrats, if they can bring those Latino voters on.

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Oct 26, 2008

If you're from a Democratic Party that hasn't won a majority of the votes in the country since 1976, and you're also black, wouldn't you try to raise one heck of a lot of money to sort of overcome the disadvantages you're facing?

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Oct 26, 2008

I think it's damaging in a couple of ways, Anderson. Just late last week, we were talking about the fact that there was a very, very tight window in which McCain had to turn the momentum in this campaign.

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Oct 26, 2008

This was not manufactured by the media on Sunday; this was manufactured by the campaign.

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Oct 26, 2008

It's absurd -- it's absurd that we're sitting here talking about her clothing and this and that eight days before a major national election.

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Oct 26, 2008

They may be making some modest progress with it Anderson, we do see some evidence McCain coming up a point or two here and there. But I don't think it's anywhere near close enough to win an election.

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Oct 26, 2008

His decision not to take federal funds did break his words, but obviously it was smart politics, Anderson. He couldn't have raised anything like this.

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Oct 26, 2008

His decision not to take federal funds, it did break his word, but obviously, it was smart politics, Anderson. He couldn't have raised anything like this.

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Oct 23, 2008

John McCain had an opportunity to be on national television today along with Sarah Palin and make their principal arguments.

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Oct 23, 2008

Next week is called the week for closing argument. And they are going to -- they have very carefully laid out a plan in their own heads about advertising, and other things, to make their closing arguments.

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