Sep 3, 2020
If it is true, it's a dishonorable act and voters have to this November decide whether they want to discharge him or not.
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 13, 2020
Yes, absolutely, Anderson. And in fact, Democrats on the House side are starting on this and of course, Nancy Pelosi is pushing it within the confines of the badly run negotiations.
Aug 13, 2020
Trust in our institutions has plunged over the last 20, 30 years. It started before Donald Trump got to office, but he has accelerated the downward spiral.
Aug 13, 2020
He is trying to delegitimize this election in all sorts of ways, we know that.
Jul 2, 2020
I think the President isn't in some degree of three fall and it is people are looking four other strategies he got out of this.
Jul 2, 2020
I think Joe Biden's in a much better position than Hillary Clinton was at this stage in the campaign.
Apr 9, 2020
I think it's very clear that the President can have great influence on the states. You know, he issued guidelines, CDC issued guidelines, blessed by the President, and they did have an effect, but they were not orders.
Apr 9, 2020
The President today was talking about this is going to be the hardest decision - decision that he's going to make.
Apr 9, 2020
Gavin Newsom is not going to allow Washington D.C. to tell him what - how his citizens should live, and how they should behave.
Apr 9, 2020
We need leadership now, at the Presidential level, that it matches the leadership we're seeing at the gubernatorial level.
Mar 12, 2020
I think they want Donald Trump to do some things, and I think he will get some points today for declaring a national emergency, making much more funds available.
Mar 12, 2020
If you -- but a lot of Americans are also going to judge him. I think he's teetering on the edge because of the complacency in the past, and letting this many precious weeks pass without urgent action.
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