David Gergen actually said...

"It is very important, if he really wants to turn the page, for him now to reach out to other leaders in other nations and -- and to form a consensus."

"This is yet another dramatic test for this new president. Since his Cairo speech, especially, the world is looking to him for leadership."

"I think we are heading toward a possible showdown now."

"This administration is saying we're not going to go bargain with these people anymore. We're going to get tough."