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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.

Jun 27, 2017

But, unfortunately, he doesn't have any major legislative victories. He does have the Gorsuch victory and that's turning out well from a conservative standpoint.

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Jun 27, 2017

When is it that the Trump people are going to own up to the things they've said that are wrong? We may wait a long time even past the next election for that.

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Jun 27, 2017

You would think tonight that the president would be scrambling, doing everything he could to rescue the health care reform bill, which is now in serious trouble in the Senate.

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Jun 26, 2017

I never want to underestimate Mitch McConnell who's a wiley coyote, but it's very hard to see how this additional time when they go home and hear from their constituents is going to make this work.

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Jun 25, 2017

He's discrediting the whole special counsel investigation and everything that's going on this issue.

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Jun 25, 2017

I think it's a legitimate question of whether President Obama acted properly. You know, there are some Democrats, Adam Schiff going public saying he was too soft on the Russians.

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Jun 22, 2017

Well, I interpret it that he's -- if he's totally exonerated, it's going to be an honorable conclusion. And that if he's not, it is dishonorable. I think the president is clearly trying to discredit in advance any kind of conclusion which…

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Jun 20, 2017

You better give me damn or give me an alert if something is going wrong. I don't want any surprises.

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Jun 13, 2017

This probe -- and James Comey -- Mueller, we also know has now -- is now hiring a first class, very tough minded team of investigators.

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