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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.
When a president is having some trouble, you normally have his doctor talk to him, understand him, what's going on. That happens regularly in presidency, especially as people get older.
I believe, Anderson, that there's sufficient questions. We don't have answers. And those of us on the outside really don't know what's going on as well as we should. But if you look at the overall pattern of behaviors and the questions…
It's clear that this wave of allegations against others has re-raised the question about his own behavior.
People carried grievingly. You know, women are coming forward courageously all across the country on these issues. And there's a real change in the culture underway and Americans are looking for leadership out of White House, especially…
He hasn't produced as best I can tell one single credible witness on his behalf and he has a responsibility to people to do that, he has a responsibility as a Republican to his party.
He may catch some flak for it, but that's what being a leader is. I mean, he's got to step up and do a tough thing and he's got to get this guy out of the race for the sake of his own party and his own agenda.
The Republicans who represent the bulk of this party in Washington, D.C., you may not like them, but they're trying to preserve a party and preserve an agenda. And they say get out of the race, period.





