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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.

Dec 17, 2017

I think the president would be entitled to ask for a letter, something that would clear his name.

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Dec 13, 2017

None of that. So in effect, the elections coming up are much more vulnerable than they would be otherwise.

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Dec 13, 2017

The president, because of his personal insecurities, does not wanting to have his election diminished, discredited in some way.

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Dec 12, 2017

He needs a change of strategy. He needs a strategy. And he cannot... unless he changes or adopts a strategy which goes beyond his base.

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Dec 10, 2017

This is really a test of Donald Trump, is he as strong as many people say he is, or is he -- have his coattails gotten a lot shorter and he's in a weaker position.

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Dec 10, 2017

It's very important for women who feels Roy Moore has molested and is a pedophile, and it's a test by the voters about whether that's acceptable or not.

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Dec 10, 2017

I think it was a definite lift for the Jones forces when he came out.

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Dec 7, 2017

What it underscores is the Republican Party is increasingly becoming the Trump party.

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