Let's just go -- let's stay with the team. Let's go to our conservative base. Let's stay the course in Iraq.
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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's much tougher to climb out now than it would have been six months -- had he done these changes, started changing things six months ago.
If they had done this back in the fall, this would have been a lot more effective.
Well, Anderson, I think these are important changes, in the sense it's going to make the White House more efficient.
Well, in two ways. One, the job he had on the domestic side was not as major formulator of policy.
I do think that Bolten will bring a much more sort of a -- he's going to bring a freshness to that.
I just can't believe he will do it. So, I'm astonished by what they're saying.
I find the story that has emerged from the White House today absolutely extraordinary, even bizarre.





