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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.

Jul 17, 2005

I see no evidence that Karl Rove has committed a crime. But he certainly was involved in the effort to discredit Mrs. Wilson.

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May 30, 2005

I think if you have information there's been wrong doing or skullduggery or criminal activity in the government rather than going to the press it's best to take it to the Justice Department and the authorities. I do not think deep throat…

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Feb 8, 2005

She's a much, much better politician today than she was half a dozen years ago. And I think that makes her a more formidable candidate.

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Feb 8, 2005

If the election were held today, if there were a national election held today, I don't think there's any doubt Hillary would lose, and lose big-time.

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Feb 8, 2005

If George W. Bush has a bad second term, and he, and, you know, he's off to an uneven start, better start in Iraq than what anybody thought, but very uneven on the domestic side, especially Social Security and these budget deficits.

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Nov 18, 2004

In Mr. Bush's case, his administration has already shown ominous signs of groupthink in its handling of Iraq and the nation's finances. By closing down dissent and centralizing power in a few hands, he is acting as if he truly believes…

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Nov 14, 2004

I think his reputation as a human being is still enormous, is luminous.

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Nov 14, 2004

I think it will send a clear signal to the world that the hardliners are running foreign policy.

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Nov 14, 2004

I think the president clearly now feels confident enough of his own judgments that he's putting his own people in place.

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Nov 14, 2004

This president is going to carry out a very conservative second term.

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Nov 14, 2004

I think he's going to have a legacy of the highest-ranking black in American history in public life, one who made an enormous contribution to the country through his military service, through his service to several presidents.

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