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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 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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Jun 13, 2017

Anderson, Gloria's point's well taken, but I think in every case in which there's been a special counsel appointed by the Justice Department, it is because the person being investigated has essentially brought it upon himself.

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Jun 12, 2017

Donald Trump's disapproval rating today at Gallop went hit 60 percent.

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Jun 4, 2017

I don't know about you, Anderson, but do you have the sense that the president is becoming more irrational in his tweeting and sort of like -- busting loose whenever he can?

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Jun 4, 2017

What we should be doing is rallying to and unifying the western nations in the fight against terrorism.

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Jun 4, 2017

All indications and everybody inside has been telling us it's chaotic.

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Jun 4, 2017

This president really does not listen to the people around him.

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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.

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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…

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