Dec 13, 2006
this president, you know, is nothing, if not resolute and, let me say, overly stubborn and in denial about the nature of things there.
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 13, 2006
If he truly intends to increase the number of troops, he'd better have results pretty darn fast.
Dec 6, 2006
The president is likely to look toward the military recommendations, which are coming in, in the next two weeks, and choose those over the Baker-Hamilton commission.
Dec 6, 2006
It may not work, but there's no percentage in actually increasing the number of troops.
Dec 6, 2006
Let's do the best we can to withdraw honorably, and also try to preserve the region from a civil war, or across a region.
Dec 5, 2006
The policy in Iraq is failing. The policy in the Middle East is failing. The president cannot walk away from those conclusions.
Dec 5, 2006
I think that puts enormous pressure on the presidency. You know, we're going to have to do it a another way, a different way.
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