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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.

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 16, 2007

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

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Nov 26, 2007

The reason to be skeptical, though, is that there is such weak leadership on all three corners of the triangle.

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Nov 26, 2007

I think it is important that -- and the president deserves credit for actually getting the peace talks started again. They have been paralyzed for seven years.

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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

Without an American at the table, that is going to be a very unusual dynamic.

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

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Nov 26, 2007

He did try to stay out of this. 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.

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