Nov 20, 2016
This is fundamental to who we are as Americans. It represents our values, it represents our culture.
David Gergen
The Public Record
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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Nov 13, 2016
He needs to do that. I think as urgent as his appointment are is to give reassurances to the country, he will respect people's rights.
Nov 13, 2016
I think remains hopeful, not optimistic, but hopeful, that Donald Trump will temper some of his proposals.
Nov 8, 2016
If they restrict it to the circle of loyalists, they're going to have problems down the road.
Nov 8, 2016
This could turn the country apart. And here we just had an unprecedented election. Unprecedented upset. And now we got unprecedented protests.
Nov 8, 2016
This meeting historically has not been one you chew over a program ... This is really an opportunity to get the transition and moving.
Oct 31, 2016
I think the impact of the FBI and Obamacare spike in that sure thing, is not just in the polls. It is the way the campaigns are being refashioned.
Oct 27, 2016
I think the call for the FBI to offer more information is exactly right and I have great respect for James Comey, but you can't leave this nation dangling with a potential criminal prosecutor or probe hanging over one of the candidates…
Oct 24, 2016
I think that he's the most narcissistic political leader that I can remember in American politics.
Oct 19, 2016
Humor is extraordinarily important, of course, too, I think to succeeding as President Ronald Reagan used his humor.
Oct 19, 2016
She is very polished in a political sense. And so at the end, when she's saying we can't be divisive, duh, duh duh, I mean, what's she's saying is basically Donald, I'm attacking you because your divisive.
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