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“If you've got some news that you don't want to get noticed, put it out Friday afternoon 4:00 pm.”

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David Gergen
David Gergen

David Gergen is an accomplished American political scientist, author, and television commentator, born on May 9, 1942. He served as a staff assistant in the White House, handling domestic and foreign policy matters. Gergen has extensive experience in politics, working for several U.S. presidents and holding key positions in various government agencies. more

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