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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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Dec 19, 2007

I do think, when you start using the word cocaine, as Mark Penn did, it does suggest it, and I think it can have some reverberations.

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Dec 17, 2007

The truth was, the message said this that is -- in this season, this is about the celebration of Christ. It was a clear appeal, I thought none at all subtle, to the Christian voters in Iowa.

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Dec 17, 2007

I think she is in trouble. And they are doing exactly what they have always done. And when they are in trouble, they come together and they work together as a team.

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Dec 17, 2007

Imagine if Hillary Clinton becomes president. Let's assume a second term. That means the Clintons will have controlled the Democratic Party for 23 years.

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Dec 17, 2007

I think he, A, looks like he is trying to run his -- her campaign, which I think is a real -- after all the benefit he has brought to this campaign, is not helpful.

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Dec 16, 2007

For Hillary Clinton to get that endorsement has brought a good press to her.

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Nov 26, 2007

If it collapses, then you can get the hard-liners, the Islamic militants can actually have more power in the region.

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Nov 26, 2007

He thought what Clinton, Bill Clinton, did at the end of his administration, trying to get a peace deal right at the end, was a very bad thing. And now he is doing the same thing Clinton did.

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Nov 26, 2007

He got the talks started again. And, secondly, he got Arab nations to the table. That has not happened before.

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