David Gergen actually said...

"If the Republicans are responsible for yet defeating it once again, John McCain will pay a huge price. If the Democrats now peel away and defeat it, then Barack Obama's going to pay a big price."

"If the election had been held two weeks ago, if John McCain would have won. But if the election were held today Barack Obama would win and win handily."

"I think he can get away possibly from the events of the last two weeks. If the Congress passes the bill and things get a little better."

"This bill is not going to solve everything magically in the overall economy."