David Gergen
@David_Gergen
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Senior Political Analyst, @CNN; Founding Director, Center for Public Leadership @HarvardCPL; Professor, @Kennedy_School; Former adviser to 4 U.S presidents
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Joined January 2011
Never thought I would see the day when a POTUS deliberately incites more violence instead of more calm. Incredibly dangerous. @CNN.
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Is West Point really going to ask 1000 cadets to leave their homes, fly back to campus in order to salute POTUS at graduation? And he wants no social distancing? Please! @cnn.
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Biden team has only 10 weeks to complete a massive transition. By his childish antics, Trump threatens to gum up the works & delay help for tens of millions of Americans. No President in history has been more selfish. @CNN.
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The fact that Trump chose a thug over the American people and his own officials captures just how unpresidential and unpatriotic he is. Never have I seen a president so badly betray his own country on the world stage. Pls join me now as we discuss @jaketapper @TheLeadCNN @CNN.
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For those convinced Dr. Blasey Ford’s allegations are a con job, it’s essential to remember Neil Gorsuch went to the same school and was also a staunch conservative, and no one questioned his character or actions — and 3 D’s voted for him. Today is about more than politics.
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The White House is closing down its adult day care center—the last adults are leaving. Leadership of the world is in the hands of an ego maniac who doesn’t want wise counselors around him, just underlings. Buckle up: these two years could be even more turbulent than the last two.
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Trump fans roared their anger at Kathy Griffin over unseemly photo. Will they join Hillary fans in expressing anger at Trump retweet?.
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Deeply saddening tonight by the passing of George HW Bush. In the rear view mirror of history, his dignity and sound judgment seem ever more appealing.
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For 3 yrs Trump has bragged he has built the most powerful & supportive military in history. In less than 24 hours, 3 of our highest ranking officers — Mattis, Mullen & Kelly — have broken with him. They confirm what so many have suspected. Is the dam finally breaking? @cnn.
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If Brett Kavanaugh is innocent, he and his supporters should want an investigation and a full hearing. Otherwise, he will enter the court under a dark cloud. Pls join as we discuss why the country needs the Senate to be patient and thorough @ChrisCuomo @CNN.
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As I said last night on @AC360, Trump has unleashed dogs of hatred - and subsequent snarling and barking - in such a way that threats of violence were inevitable. The president may not be directly responsible for yesterday, but he creates the climate of hatred that led us here.
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Stirring, well deserved tribute to @VanJones68 in NYT. On CNN he has risen to be leading advocate for social justice
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Trump says NFL dispute not about race. Of course it is -- players clear they are protesting racial injustices. @CNNnewsroom @AnaCabrera.
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The reporting from @nytimes @NBCNews and @WSJ that there will be serious limitations on the FBI probe raises questions about whether this is an impartial and complete search for truth - just four witnesses?? The American people deserve to know more. Pls join us next @brianstelter.
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At this pivotal moment for our nation, I wonder how Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins want to be remembered. Do they want to be seen as the champions of women they’ve long been, or as senators who stood with Trump to confirm his justice accused of assault? Pls join at 8pm @AC360.
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Coming just after @MikeBloomberg’s most effective event —@CNN Town Hall in Charleston — @JoeBiden delivers one of most moving moments of his campaign, talking movingly about about finding purpose in life after losing son. These one-on-ones are SO much better than chaotic debates.
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At White House, @NancyPelosi went toe-to-toe with Trump and won. She has definitely strengthened her case for serving as next Speaker — tough, focused, effective. Pls join as we discuss today’s Oval Office showdown @davidaxelrod @AC360.
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Fox Poll: in July, Mueller had a 48% approval and 40% disapproval. This week’s poll has approval/disapproval at 59-37. Is Trump losing control of the narrative? Pls join @carlbernstein @DanRather and me next as we discuss Trump’s situation @AC360 @CNN.
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Why doesn't WH Correspondence dinner now invite the perfect Trump replacement: Alec Baldwin? Maybe Melissa, too! @CNN.
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To most veterans, the only thing worse than a draft dodger is a man who lies about it. Please join us for a conversation about Donald Trump and his comments today, which were especially galling on the 75th anniversary of D-Day. @OutFrontCNN @MarkHertling @AprilDRyan.
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Since this second story of alleged conduct by Brett Kavanaugh is so serious, we must proceed with caution and care. The country - and the Senate - desperately need as many facts as possible and, therefore, there must be at least one independent investigation into his conduct.
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For the second time in our history, a President has been caught red-handed by a tape recorder — this time trying to steal a national election. In Watergate, Nixon resigned. Trump? More likely he tries to self-pardon. Please join us now on @CNNnewsroom with @sbg1 and @AnaCabrera.
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Since the beginning of his campaign, Donald Trump has unloosed the dogs of hatred in our country. Days like today are reminders of how dangerous that can be. Jeff Zucker was right: the White House needs to take at least some responsibility for what has happened.
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Terrifying fires in California, chaos once again in Florida vote counts, a President who seems increasingly distant from his job — all this seems to be increasing stress in people’s lives. Time for leaders to step up, take responsibility, and right the ship. @CNN.
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Dr. Ford’s desire for an FBI investigation - reported by @andersoncooper - is very reasonable. The need for truth and a fair hearing require the public and Senate to have as much information and patience as possible. Pls join us after Dr. Ford’s lawyer’s interview on @AC360.
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Trump, reports @CNN, is now acting as his own lawyer, not listening to others. As Lincoln reportedly said, “A man who is his own lawyer has a fool for his client.” Pls join us on @OutFrontCNN.
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.@realBobWoodward’s latest bombshell raises serious questions about Trump’s fitness for office. If Trump’s team cannot trust him to sit for an interview with Mueller, can the American people trust him with his duties? Pls join us now as we discuss this crucial question @AC360.
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After sitting on his hands during COVID negotiations, Trump just demanded big changes in compromise bill, threatening its future. With a madman in the WH, we are entering the most dangerous 4 weeks of his presidency. @CNN @AC30, @JohnBerman.
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After she reviews the FBI investigation into the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, I wonder if Susan Collins will channel Margaret Chase Smith—who helped stop Joe McCarthy—and stand up to partisanship and division. Pls join as we discuss a crucial moment for America @donlemon.
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Admirable leadership today by Jeff Flake and Chris Coons to bring the Senate back from the brink of one of the most divisive votes in modern Congressional history. Pls join as we discuss what happened today and what’s ahead @AC360 @JeffreyToobin @DanaBashCNN.
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Trump's cheap shot today at Merck CEO only pulls us farther apart. Where are his new handlers?? @CNN.
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Alex Cora is not just the first Puerto Rican baseball manager to reach a World Series & 1st rookie manager to win it all. He is also a class act: in negotiating his contract, he insisted Red Sox provide a plane full of supplies to his home town after devastating hurricanes.
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Today was a sad day for democracy. What started out as a search for truth became a partisan brawl. The afternoon’s finger pointing showed our divisions are becoming only deeper. These are dark, dangerous times. Pls join us as we discuss next @OutFrontCNN.
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This Rose Garden speech is proof of why Congress refused to give Trump funding for the wall: he is unable to speak effectively and convince the public that there really is a crisis at the border—even with his lies about immigrants and drugs. Pls join as we discuss @KateBolduan.
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Yesterday NYT said Trump can’t solve our most pressing problems because he is our most pressing problem. Today, in vicious attacks on Fauci, he proves the point. @CNN.
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Had this speech been the tenor of his inaugural address or SOTU last year, Trump might enjoy wider public support today. But tonight’s appeals beyond his base come too late. Millions of Americans have made up their minds that he is not fit to be president. Pls join @ChrisCuomo.
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People keep asking about Trump's response to Kirsten Gillibrand. Let's just say it was beneath the dignity of any gentleman, especially a President. @cnn.
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Today’s press conference - in which Trump dismissed @kaitlancollins and insulted @CeciliaVega - captures why a pink wave is likely coming. Is there any wonder why his numbers are falling among women? Pls join us next @KateBolduan @OutFrontCNN.
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Bravo to Dan Coats for speaking candidly of his frustrations about White House handling of Helsinki. Unbelievable that Director of National Intel and other key officials still left in dark about Trump-Putin conversations. No other WH has treated top folks so shabbily. @CNN.
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My suspicion is that Trump secretly wanted the virus talks to fail so he could take center stage, stir up a distracting controversy & create an issue for the campaign. @CNN.
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Drama unfolding in Congress: will Trump suffer stinging defeats on defense bill and $2,000 relief or does he still have enough clout among GOP leaders to win both? Key signals on his strength after Jan 20 (along with Ga., of course). @cnn @CNNSitRoom @Acosta.
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So sad, distressing to watch legislators in our beloved NC. Don't they know how much damage they are inflicting on our fair state?.
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The notion that Bob Mueller is to blame for poor relations with Russia—instead of Russian meddling in our elections and aggression in Europe—is an alarming one. Coming from the president’s own team, it is a damaging one for America on the world stage. Pls join us now @OutFrontCNN.
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While Dems can welcome Trump finally turning over the keys, they should neither forgive nor forget his misbehavior until he tells the world Biden is a legitimate president. Of course, he will resist, but Dems should not let bygones be bygones on this important issue. @cnn.
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This controversy is not only scaring millions of other Americans, but it is also badly damaging US reputation overseas. @CNN.
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Too early to make final judgments about hearing but one thing is clear: Dr Ford in her opening gave the country a powerful, compelling understanding of the horrors for a woman to be sexually abused. Haunting. @CNN.
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Horseface? Over the years, Trump has publicly insulted almost as many women as the number who have credibly charged him with sexual misconduct. How about just trying to Make America Proud Again? Pls join us as we discuss next @KirstenPowers @AC360.
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Republicans will rush this process - and that is a mistake. Waiting, gathering more information, and listening to the voices of women across the country would be wise and, more importantly, the right thing to do. Pls join us @CNNTonight.
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Has anyone ever seen @andersoncooper as joyous and proud as he was tonight in announcing the birth of his son? Warmest congratulations to father and son, Wyatt Norman Anderson! @AC360.
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Dreamers policy not only horribly callous but horribly hypocritical. This WH brazenly disrespects laws & norms it doesn't like. @CNN.
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Not since Nixon have we seen a prez candidate so deeply flawed as Trump. His vulgarity & sense of entitlement appalling. @CNN.
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With conflicting reports existing, the White House and FBI need to tell the American people the truth about any limits on the investigation into the Kavanaugh allegations. There are only five days left, so they must do so now. Please join as we discuss @AnaCabrera @CNNnewsroom.
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These are pivotal times: tear gas at the border, Russian aggression, Brexit looming, a potential trade war with China, and, critically, a major climate report. But Trump’s tweets indicate he is more concerned with scoring political points than policy results. Pls join @AnaCabrera.
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Kavanaugh’s victory will leave millions of women angry and disgusted; political parties more bitterly divided than in decades; and the Court safely in the hands of conservatives for a generation or more. A key - and sad - moment in our history. Pls join as we discuss @OutFrontCNN.
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It is remarkable that our president hired a serial liar as his campaign manager. And it is even more remarkable that Manafort continues to lie so casually. Pls join us now @AC360 @JeffreyToobin @AnneMilgram @JohnWDean.
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Trump says his letter this evening to Nancy Pelosi was his bid for history. As I said on @AC360, I think it’s going to go down as a letter that sounds like it's from a two-bit dictator in a banana republic.
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The country has lost one of its finest statesmen and real gentlemen with the death of Richard Lugar. He should serve as a role model for those who want to restore bipartisanship to our politics. May he Rest In Peace. @CNN .
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RIP Barbara Bush. She died the way she lived — with courage and grace. Pls join us in remembrances of a wonderful First Lady.
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Recommend checking out 29-pg indictment of 12 Russian intel officers. Shows how relentless, sophisticated & chilling their conspiracy was. But also shows they must be extradited to US investigators to get full story. Time for Trump to finally man up with Putin. @CNN.
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The awful killing of Jamaal Khashoggi and its aftermath are growing into Trump’s first international crisis. The investigation is being slow walked—and Trump appears willing to defer to a monarch. It’s time for Trump and the Saudis to show their cards and tell us what they know.
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NYT reports after Trump tongue lashing, COS Kelly, told others he hadn't been spoken to like that in 35 yrs of Marine service @CNN.
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Isn't it comforting that new Attorney General, chief protector of our civil rights, taking lead in curtailing LGBTQ rights? @CNN.
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In awe of how Parkland students have stirred conscience of the nation. Marches today sending a clear, powerful message to DC: Must pass serious gun reform or face wrath of a new generation of leaders! @CNN.
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The country will rightly spend weeks evaluating Judge Kavanaugh’s judicial & political views but one has to say he likely impressed a great number tonite with the decency & thoughtfulness of his introduction. @CNN.
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Since the 1920s, presidents have been seeking out the support of celebrities - but to do so in the middle of a major hurricane? Why couldn’t Trump delay the Kanye meeting a few days and have a serious conversation about climate change? Pls join as we discuss at 8:45pm @AC360.
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In fairness to Trump, presidents have been appealing to evangelical leaders for support since Carter. But no president in memory has warned of violence if his side loses an election. Yet again, a presidency of firsts. Pls join @elianayjohnson @jimsciutto and me as we discuss next.
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Once again, President Trump hangs a sign on the door of the White House: “if you’re not white, you’re not welcome.” It’s hard to recall this much bigotry and nativism in the White House since pre-Civil War. Pls join us now @AnaCabrera @CNNnewsroom.
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Seven students from Parkland visited Kennedy School this past week. Each and every one impressive, determined to mobilize their generation. Who says our young people are complacent? @CNN.
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Will 3pm bring Susan Collins’ Profile in Courage moment? She may still embody her hero Margaret Chase Smith and stand up to her party. If she doesn’t, one wonders about how many millions of women will think about the legitimacy of the court.
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Trump's cry that election is rigged just like his birther claims: both are debasing American politics.
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Jamie Roche, Kavanaugh’s freshman roommate, just said Judge Kavanaugh drank much more than Kavanaugh said he did to the committee. His interview raises questions about Kavanaugh’s honesty - and whether the FBI performed a thorough search for truth. Pls join as we discuss @AC360.
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If Dr. Blasey Ford speaks, it’s essential to be mindful of and sensitive to the power imbalance between her and Justice Kavanaugh. He is a Supreme Court nominee with the president and Senate majority fully in his corner. She’s a private citizen, with the support of Dem minority.
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The outpouring of support for John McCain from so many Americans left, right and center shows that as a country, we still value leaders who possess courage, candor and character. It will be an honor to talk about his legacy this evening with @AC360 @GloriaBorger @stuartpstevens.
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The Senate and President would be wise to embrace a one week delay (and questioning of Mark Judge). It’s the right thing to do judicially, and it would show a measure of respect to millions of women assaulted in the past.
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As Doug Jones said tonight, drawing upon MLK, voters of Alabama have just bent the arc of the moral universe a little closer to justice. For those of us who are sons and daughters of the South, a moment to savor -- and take heart in the future. @CNN.
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Not many days in Washington can be called historic. But this one comes darn close. For an American President to call openly for a foreign rival to interfere in our politics for his personal gain is deeply offensive to the spirit of the Constitution and the Founders.
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Trump more effective tonight combining soft tone with hard edge. But the surprise of the evening was young @joekennedy -- he gave heart to Dems heading toward November elections. @CNN.
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British statesman & father of modern conservatism, Edmund Burke, famously observed: “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” Today two of our most respected military leaders, Jim Mattis & Mike Mullen, decided to speak up. @cnn . .
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Just like John Dean said to Nixon, a cancer is growing close to and within this presidency. Today has made that cancer as clear as it has ever been. Please join us next as we discuss the political implications of all of the president’s criminals @AC360 @andersoncooper @CNN.
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A pivotal moment for the Republican Party awaits: will enough Senators stand up and prevent Trump from declaring a clearly fake emergency to get his wall money, or will they sit by and watch as he takes Congressional power? Pls join us now @jimsciutto @CNNnewsroom.
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Ford and Kavanaugh are both saying that 100%, they are telling the truth. An FBI investigation — and a conversation with Mark Judge — are the key to finding truth and rebuilding trust. Pls join as we discuss now @OutFrontCNN @KateBolduan.
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If Ronny Jackson was drunk on the job, as alleged, he endangered Obama and should have been dismissed instantly — as an Admiral, even court martialed. Why wasn’t he? It should have been in his fitness reports. Or are these allegations false? We deserve better answers. @CNN.
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Often White Houses know major stories like this weekend’s about Trump and Russia from @nytimes @washingtonpost are coming a few weeks early. One wonders, then, if the White House preemptively created a distraction with the shutdown and fight over the wall. Pls join @AnaCabrera.
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This Trump crisis is a sad day for our politics: we need a healthy debate about country's future, not this circus. @CNN.
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Very odd, too, to fire Priebus hrs after dreadful attack on him by Mooch. More power to Mooch, another blow to GOP loyalists.@CNN (5). .
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The inspirational @nbcsnl conversation between Pete Davidson and @DanCrenshawTX was one of the most poignant moments of this Veterans Day. Pls join as we continue our conversation and discuss this important reminder about our troops @AnaCabrera @brianstelter @patrickhealynyt.
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Under heavy pressure from White House, the FDA is giving emergency authorization of plasma treatment. WH insists this is a huge breakthrough. While this could be a step forward, scientists confirm that this certainly is no breakthrough. Join me & @AprilDRyan with @AnaCabrera now.
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Moral leadership in country not coming from Washington these days but from 18 yr olds here in Florida. Emma.
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