Jan 8, 2012
For them to go after it in this way, I think that does -- it certainly smells of hypocrisy.
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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Jan 8, 2012
They sound there's a desperation to some of these and more than that there's a hypocrisy that we've been hearing during these 15 debates.
Jan 3, 2012
Absolutely. Yes, their fear was that Mitt Romney would come storming into Iowa, win big, and then go into New Hampshire and basically shut it down.
Jan 1, 2012
I think clearly that if he came in behind Paul and Santorum, even if it were bunched and clustered, I think he would be hurt.
Jan 1, 2012
I think it's important for him to sort of start breaking out and see if he can get above this lid of 25 percent that he's running into in various places.
Jan 1, 2012
I don't think just coming in second is -- it's going to look like, you know, he lost the expectations game.
Dec 20, 2011
The public will now blame the House Republicans for breaking down -- this breakdown in Washington and that the House Republicans are being held hostage by the Tea Party.
Dec 13, 2011
You want a man of this temperament in the oval office, a man who is going to be the difference between war and peace. That's a legitimate question.
Dec 13, 2011
Every time you go after somebody on an issue that you're vulnerable you're self on, it basically invites the media to replay all of the ways in which you're weak or you've been a flip-flopper.
Nov 22, 2011
I think he ought to just clear the air and restart and go after the material honestly.
Nov 22, 2011
Look, Mitt Romney is clearly trying to prove, his campaign is trying to show he's going to take the fight to Obama, something Republicans have had -- a little worried about.
Nov 22, 2011
Is there a new Newt in town? If there is a new Newt and people were convinced of that, I think Erick's right, he'll give Mitt Romney a run for his money.
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