Jun 4, 2017
All indications and everybody inside has been telling us it's chaotic.
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.
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Jun 1, 2017
It would be a terrible mistake politically to invoke executive privilege here and it would be challenged legally.
May 31, 2017
It is not a good one to me. In years past -- we've been told -- well, because, look, I think with some 70 years ago, this country came to the aid of many others, especially in Europe, with a marshal plan and we saw that as one of the…
May 24, 2017
I just don't think you can sweep this away as objectionable as the leaks may be. I mean, the fact is, we have rarely in the last 40 years had criminal investigations that go right into the heart of the White House.
May 24, 2017
President Trump is going to be very furious at this news. First of all, he thinks there's nothing to it, of course, but secondly, the fact that it was leaked out there.
May 24, 2017
It's about more than collusion. It is increasingly about follow the money.
May 24, 2017
Executive privilege will not extend back to the transition and to the campaign.
May 24, 2017
If things are bogged down, you can't blame Mueller and the investigation, nor even the leaks, frankly.
May 22, 2017
I don't think the obstruction issue is going to be settled in the court, it's much more likely to be settled in the court of public opinion especially in the elections of 2018.
May 22, 2017
I think it's indisputable that the president wanted this investigation to go away, that he's found it very burdensome.
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