Oct 22, 2006
Conservatives have been in the wilderness long enough. They can understand what it's like.
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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Oct 16, 2006
This looks like it might be a wave. We won't know for sure. There's still three weeks left to go. But there are an awful lot of Republicans out there worrying that it is a wave.
Oct 16, 2006
If the election were held today, I think it's pretty certain the Democrats would win the House.
Oct 16, 2006
Well, it's encouraging news for the Republicans. At least it's not number one.
Oct 11, 2006
I think the turnout effort by the Republicans is probably worth maybe 2, 3, in some important races as much as 4 percent.
Oct 11, 2006
But, you know, turnout does matter. And, in some very close races, Republicans will win because they have a -- a better turnout machine.
Oct 11, 2006
I think we missed an opportunity as Republicans to essentially take the air out of this story maybe 10 days ago, when Denny Hastert decided to fight it out.
Oct 11, 2006
But turnout -- it's turnout vs. tide at this point. And, at this moment, Anderson, the tide is running more heavily in the Democratic direction than at any time in perhaps 20 years.
Oct 4, 2006
They have created -- they have allowed a new issue to be created that they do not want.
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