Feb 26, 2013
I think they are allowing cuts to go on and that is painful. That's what irresponsible.
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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Feb 26, 2013
The role of the president is first and foremost to protect the citizenry and I think that's where he's got to step up.
Jan 19, 2013
It's hard to get change in Washington and you said he has a quote 'a contracted sense of possibility.'
Jan 15, 2013
I think there is growing evidence that this White House is looking very closely at 2014 in a variety of ways.
Jan 15, 2013
I think, first of all, we have to say, Anderson, many times in the past we've complained about a lack of leadership by President Obama. This time he has stepped up. He is taking the lead. This is what a president who really is committed to…
Jan 15, 2013
He can get -- he can get the background checks done. I think that is very doable this year. But Anderson, he doesn't have the support in the Democratic Party much less the Republican Party that he needs to get this through the Senate.
Dec 25, 2012
The Republican Party can repair itself over time. But right now it has to act as if look, the country's needs come first.
Dec 25, 2012
The fact is the Republicans have been losing the message war on this. They are, everybody knows that.
Dec 25, 2012
They missed that moment. But I think the real thing is not who pays the price. I think Republicans have a point that they're going to pay the price. But the real people who are going to pay the price are Americans. The middle class.
Dec 25, 2012
The president promised us for every $1 of tax increases, he would put on the table $2.50 of spending decreases.
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