Oct 15, 2008
I continue to believe this is not yet over, and Obama is right to go out and warn his supporters against complacency.
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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Oct 15, 2008
There must be a lot of pent-up frustration and anger in him, too, because it just -- he just seemed to erupt when it got over to the negativity of the campaign.
Oct 14, 2008
He has drawn upon these debates to help transform the race. He's in a commanding position now.
Oct 13, 2008
I think tomorrow night, he really has to crystallize and win convincingly, if he can, because he can probably put it away tomorrow night if he has a convincing, really inspiring debate.
Oct 13, 2008
Barack Obama has to do more than sit on his lead. I think Alex is right. There's been too much of that. And I think he's got to come out forceful tonight.
Oct 13, 2008
That's exactly right, Anderson. It does resonate. Today, she got the biggest hand on that in her crowds. And so it's working among the conservatives.
Oct 13, 2008
This country is very mad at Washington, even on the edge of an economic precipice last week. Americans understood how serious it was. And they didn't trust Washington with $700 billion.
Oct 12, 2008
When are we going to hear words of repudiation about what's been happening, the hatred that's been expressed at some of these rallies?
Oct 12, 2008
When are John McCain, when is Sarah Palin going to reject the kind of comments that have been made at their rallies?
Oct 12, 2008
John McCain was absolutely right to reject any comparison between himself and George Wallace.
Oct 12, 2008
When are they going to repudiate some of the people who are saying these hateful things in the rallies?
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