David Gergen actually said...

"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 ..."

"What strategy would he propose for the Middle East?"

"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."

"This is going to be a testing time for presidents -- for the candidate that goes far beyond the summer."