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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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Aug 23, 2015

This is going to be a testing time for presidents -- for the candidate that goes far beyond the summer.

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Aug 16, 2015

The longer he waits, go to Maggie's point, I think the more of a risk, the more of a gamble it becomes.

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Aug 16, 2015

We have a remarkable situation now, were the two leading candidates Hillary Clinton on one side, Donald Trump in the other, more than half the country distrust them.

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Aug 16, 2015

What Joe Biden has certainly earned the right to run out for serving eight years as vice president.

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Aug 11, 2015

It's very early in the process. But who is surging in both parties now? They're all the antiestablishment candidates.

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Aug 9, 2015

Losing Stone I think was a mistake. But he has now made these signs. He is going to put out position papers.

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Aug 9, 2015

I thought it was a negative sign when he divorced Roger Stone.

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Aug 9, 2015

The downside is that, in effect, the success can go to the head of a narcissist.

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Aug 9, 2015

I think he is going to find that if he really wants to win the nomination, and he does obviously have a more durable following than almost any pundit thought, then he is going to have to move.

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Aug 5, 2015

That's so vague. I mean, make America great in what way? It's got to be -- I assume it is about economic growth, that's where his strength is.

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Aug 5, 2015

What I do think, Anderson, is he has got to give us a rational for why he wants to be the president tonight. What is his cause? What mission is he trying to pursue?

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Mar 16, 2015

Despite their public statements, Anderson, behind the scenes we all know that the White House really, starting with the president, loathe Benjamin Netanyahu and that they have privately hoping that Herzog would be able to put together a…

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