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.
Apr 16, 2006
I cannot remember a time when so many generals at high levels during a war have come out against the defense secretary.
Apr 11, 2006
There's a drip, drip, drip that's occurred, that's worn away his -- his credibility for much of the public.
Apr 10, 2006
It's going to be harder to argue to the United States public and to the world at large that the intelligence we have in Iran makes them even more threatening than Iraq, and, therefore, we have to do very vigorous, daring things, and -- and…
Apr 6, 2006
It's now clear we know less about the full story on this -- on this whole leak deal than we did -- than we thought we did.
Apr 6, 2006
Iraq is a very, very, very strong issue for the Democrats. And to the extent that they argue, hey, look, the president has said he's against all this classification.
Apr 6, 2006
A significant political problem. I think it's important today that, in a testy exchange with reporters, the White House press secretary did not deny that the president may have authorized this.
Mar 21, 2006
But it does not solve their problem about having a message about where we grow from here, not only in Iraq, but in Iran and the Middle East, more generally.
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