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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.
It appears to be a growing possibility, Jim. And that is because there is this large field of candidates that several of whom are well funded and can go toward the end. And because of the rules that have been constructed by the Republican…
This will be a very tough, very controversial and very televised if it does occur.
Hillary Clinton has got a more persuasive plan than the president right now.
Absolutely. Now, since the last debate, Anderson, he has clarified what his tax plan and where are the level of taxation would be set.
Paul Singer announced this very day that he is now supporting Marco Rubio will be seeing as and that properly seen as a big break for Rubio, big breakthrough for him.
The RNC and the candidates are angry at the president in general and particularly CNBC for what they see as a bunch of questions that were not just tough, the kind that Anderson asked but were insulting.
I thought Marco Rubio had a point last night when he said that - and the Benghazi hearings, that the Hillary Clinton emerged with a lot of praise in her performance.
I think it was important that Carson was in the national spotlight tonight. People are looking at him saying he may be the front-runner. He may be the guy who is taking down Donald Trump.
I cannot remember a secretary of state in modern times who was ever grilled indeed badgers the wade she was tonight for 11 hours.
I think there are other issues that may arise. You know, the Clintons have this unfortunate history just one there, you know, seem to be victorious, something else comes up and bites them.
I think she emerged today legally and politically much stronger position.
I think it's a little early to coronate her as president. But I do think that the last two to three weeks she is going through a trial by fire.
I think she is benefiting from this, but it too early to say, the election is not settled at all, a lot of bigger still to come.
I do think that look, I think there are other issues that may arise. You know, the Clintons have unfortunate history of just when they're, you know, victorious.
I don't think the committee is going to be under investigation, but I do think to follow up Dana. That it will be on trial itself tomorrow.
On the other hand, if the committee does have something. And they ask it in a civil way and respectful, but tough way, they could turn this whole process around.
I think she's going to come in, you know, I haven't gone through this, she'll be very lawyered up. You know, they will spend a lot of time with her.
He can't be president if you insult women, if you insult Latinos, if you insult Muslims, it's very hard to be a uniting president.
The presidency of the United States is not only the most powerful position in the world, but it also carries a certain moral responsibility toward the health of a society.
I think this is the first step. I think and I, you know, do think she deserves credit for doing it, but she's got a long way to go to win back the trust.
I think she deserves credit for taking responsibility -- personal responsibility for the e-mails and stepping up to it finally.
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