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.
I think this made a lot harder and if Jay Carney were back there, he'd be very frustrated and say, 'Hey guys let's get this straight', because they have had a series of muddled messages.
There seems to be conflicting views within the administration on that very question.
What is clear over the last two days including those comments from tonight, the report, Jake, is the president seems to be off his game.
Obama thinks that Netanyahu is bullheaded and Netanyahu thinks Obama is weak. Neither trusts the other.
It's probably the worst relationship between a leader of the United States and leader of Israel since all the way back to the Eisenhower days some 50, 60 years ago.
The Israelis now think Kerry played something to the bad cop this time around as well.
I think there is going to come a time, I hope sooner rather than later when we actually get a cease-fire.
But if you think about it, these sanctions overtime could cost investors in Russia, a trillion dollars, according to some estimates.
We haven't played the big card yet, we haven't gone to the nuclear option and that is to cutoff their oil exports, the way we did with Iran.
But Anderson, the other part is that the other good news is that Ukrainian forces are now in the outcast against the separatists.





