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“Morality in government begins with officials using words as honestly as possible to describe the truth.”

Quote by David Gergen

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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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