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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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Jun 3, 2018

They think it's like your amendment rights to be, you know, protesting has been part of the American fabric since the open days of the Republican.

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Jun 3, 2018

This suggests, Anderson, I must say, it has a whiff of a lot more about politics and trying to once again divert us from more serious matters especially regarding to Mueller and all the controversies.

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May 16, 2018

I think that Trump has a growing possibility within Democratic ranks that more sober people are saying, unless there's a clear smoking gun, why don't we instead of pursuing impeachment, let the voters settle this at the ballot box in 2020…

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May 8, 2018

I think this happens a lot. People do -- when they leave the White House they often set up lobbying companies with somebody there who is a top Republican, somebody who is a top Democrat.

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May 8, 2018

It's very dangerous. And unfortunately we are at a point with the United States is not in great speaking terms with its European friends and other countries about how to handle the Middle East.

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May 8, 2018

The President pulls off this North Korean deal give him credit. But on the Iranian deal, there are four big decisions that the President has made that have directly spit in the eye of our long-term friends and allies, pulling out of Paris…

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May 6, 2018

Rudy has many very good qualities. He was an excellent mayor of New York, as we all know. But he's gotten very loquacious on this.

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May 6, 2018

I think in the end of the day, the president is going to have to answer questions under oath.

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May 6, 2018

I just cannot imagine that Mueller is going to sit there and let him filibuster for four hours and walk away without having to answer any real questions.

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