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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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Feb 27, 2008

The New York Times is reporting tonight that he raised $50 million in the month of February.

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Feb 27, 2008

I do think -- but every night when there's news, it comes out on one side.

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Feb 26, 2008

There will be huge pressure on her to get out if she -- and she's going to have a very hard time raising money if she loses a state next week, one of the big two states.

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Feb 26, 2008

There will be huge pressure on her to get out. She's going to have a very hard time raising money if she loses a state next week, one of the big two states. So I think fundamentally she's got to win both.

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Feb 26, 2008

Clinton has to win both states on March 4th. She must win Texas and Ohio. If she only wins Ohio and loses Texas or wins Texas and loses Ohio, you're going to see more superdelegates move and they're going to follow John Lewis's lead.

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Feb 26, 2008

John McCain is going to go after Barack Obama as the George McGovern of 1972.

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Feb 19, 2008

I think there are going to be those who will want to fuel 'The New York Times' story and make that the controversy, rather than McCain.

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Feb 19, 2008

I think there are going to be those who want to fuel 'The New York Times' story and say they -- and make that the controversy, rather than McCain.

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Feb 19, 2008

It seems to me that 'The New York Times' has reported very solidly that there was concern within the campaign that this might be true.

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Feb 18, 2008

She hasn't found her voice. She hasn't found her message, Anderson. I think the Clinton campaign right now stands guilty of political malpractice.

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