It's very, very hard to speak truth to power when the truth is unpleasant. I think it's one … - David Gergen

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David Gergen

It's very, very hard to speak truth to power when the truth is unpleasant. I think it's one of the toughest things especially a young person has to do and the only way you can do it is if you're willing to walk out the door if he doesn't take your advice. Or if you're willing to walk out the door if he goes over the line.

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