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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.

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Mar 27, 2016

It's the reason why the economist when it was usually came out with a list of the top 10 threats to the world's security and stability, said that Donald Trump is a nominee, he would be on the list.

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Mar 10, 2016

If you're going to be a unifier, that's part of what your pledge is. You have to rise to the occasion and this is the most important challenge to Donald Trump as a leader that he's facing the campaign.

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Mar 10, 2016

I think a lot of people are going to look at these pictures and be frightened.

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Mar 10, 2016

I don't see how a man who says he is a unifier, and that's where he wants to in the country who are call for peace's, rallies is backing down.

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Mar 10, 2016

He has to make a statement. It is critically important that they are peaceful.

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Mar 10, 2016

The candidate must set the tone for his responsibility. That is his responsibility.

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Feb 25, 2016

I think it's more significant that it may appear at first notice. Christie we know from a previous debate is, you know, like a world class prosecutor and he took the case after Rubio and he's going to be out on the trail like a pit bull…

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Feb 10, 2016

I think that Bernie Sanders must reintroduce himself to a lot of people they watching him with new lies.

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Feb 3, 2016

Go full blockbuster. Do it big because if he can win by 30 points, that would be astonishing.

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Jan 5, 2016

It's often said about a new president. It's not only important who a new president is, it's important who is going to come with the new president, who is going to be on the team.

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