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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.

Sep 2, 2015

I do think that's a gotcha. It's trying to reveal gaps in his knowledge, but what we want to know is are you going to be surrounded by people who don't have these off-the-wall ideas who can bring you in and help you sort of see what…

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Sep 2, 2015

It's absolutely true that it's a roll of the dice for the country to elect somebody to the presidency who has never held public office a day in his or her life.

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Aug 23, 2015

Hillary Clinton, on the other hand, is a calm, steadying force. People are really worried about will she is he strong enough for the job.

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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 23, 2015

What Americans want now is leadership that is strong as well as steady and it is steadying force.

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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

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

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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 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

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

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