May 20, 2012
There are too many distractions in this campaign. We need both candidates to face the hard issues about spending, about taxes, about how we create jobs in this country, immigration.
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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May 3, 2012
The real issue to me now is, given these -- the fact that we're drifting, we have no policy and everybody's sort of waiting until after the elections to deal with anything, wonder if there's not a moral imperative for the politicians in…
May 3, 2012
It would be a mistake to have those big serious cuts, go into effect in this economy.
May 3, 2012
Well, with all due respect, President Obama had a democratic Congress when he arrived in Washington. He passed a stimulus bill which is a bill he and Nancy Pelosi and the Democrats agreed on. And they promised that unemployment would not…
May 3, 2012
I hope there might be agreement on this point. The Congress, and the president, the president signed off on this, agreed that there would be serious big spending cuts on the social side, and the defense, starting January 1, unless there's…
May 2, 2012
The honor of the United States is at stake with its handling of Mr. Chen.
May 2, 2012
If he stays in China under the custody of the Chinese and his future is in very much in doubt, I think it's going to be -- it will be a political blow for the Obama administration.
May 2, 2012
It is about the life of a hero who is blind, who escaped from Chinese authorities. And I think most Americans would say when he comes into the U.S. embassy, his protection is a matter of national honor for us.
May 2, 2012
I think it's very important for the president to find a way to have Mr. Chen and his family come out safely.
Apr 30, 2012
What are we going to do about this new world into which we're emerging?
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