Interviews - Obama Presidency Oral History

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    Advising on military aid to Ukraine and the decision against lethal assistance Martin Dempsey
    07:39
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    Building international relationships and friendships through high-stakes diplomacy Huma Abedin
    02:13
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    Impact of uprisings on US foreign policy and assistance strategy in Egypt Dennis Ross
    04:20
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    Observations on the impact and effectiveness of sanctions in Iran Jason Rezaian
    09:32
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    Reflections on President Obama's liberal internationalist views and democratic transitions Michael McFaul
    06:42
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    US policy goals and challenges in promoting democracy in Egypt Anne Patterson
    02:33
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    Process of planning the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq in early 2009 Ben Rhodes
    02:14
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    Structure and dynamics of the SRAP office under General Petraeus Dan Feldman
    04:39
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    US administration's internal debates and actions during the Egyptian revolution Hillary Clinton
    11:23
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    State of the Republican Senate caucus under Mitch McConnell's leadership Rohit Kumar
    03:52
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    Formulating a strategy to combat ISIL after the fall of Mosul Brett McGurk
    04:46
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    US and Russian collaboration on Syria's chemical weapons removal and destruction Rose Gottemoeller
    04:39
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    US global leadership opportunities missed during Obama's terms Robert Gates
    03:15
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    US policy assistance challenges in Libya and congressional attitudes William Taylor
    02:17
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    President Obama's approach to military intervention informed by Iraq and Libya experiences William Burns
    03:51
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    Evaluating the effectiveness and criteria for sanctions relief in CISADA Richard Nephew
    02:46
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    Reflections on the night of the Osama Bin Laden raid and the decision-making process Michael Morell
    04:23
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    Obama's international framing speeches and their impact on global policy Terry Szuplat
    06:43
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    Impact of National Bird documentary on public perception of drone warfare Heather Linebaugh
    05:18
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    Reflection on the shift from humanitarian mission to regime change in Libya Robert Gates
    02:01
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    Experience as an agricultural advisor in Afghanistan and challenges faced in women's empowerment efforts Denise O'Brien
    08:14
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    Challenges in securing US support for Tunisia during its political transition Omezzine Khelifa
    04:45
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    US policy on negotiating with the Taliban Ryan Crocker
    02:37
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    Realization of the Islamic State threat after the fall of Mosul Ben Rhodes
    03:35
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    Early Air Force career and formative assignments Scott Gration
    03:36
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    Involvement in the Arab Spring and focus on democracy promotion in early 2011 Michael McFaul
    03:34
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    Obama's intellect and impact on policy discussions Michelle Gavin
    02:19
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    Impact of sanctions on Hassan Rouhani's election and Iran negotiations Richard Nephew
    02:24
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    Debates on leveraging engagement vs. punishment with Sudan's government Johnnie Carson
    12:47
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    Transition from government to founding Mobdiun and addressing youth radicalization in Tunisia Omezzine Khelifa
    11:36
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    Impact of Champions of Change events on policy and community engagement Rumana Ahmed
    09:30
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    Obama's analytical approach and insistence on thorough understanding in meetings Dennis Ross
    07:57
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    Reflections on the Iraq surge and its impact on Obama administration policy options Colin Kahl
    07:45
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    Impact of the Marefat education model in Afghanistan and challenges to its expansion Azizullah Royesh
    06:02
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    US foreign policy shift from Bush to Obama administration on nation building William Burns
    02:24
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    AIPAC's stance on bipartisanship and relationship with Prime Minister Netanyahu Michael Kassen
    04:33
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    Integrating climate change into US domestic and military national security strategy John Podesta
    07:00
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    Stability of intelligence missions in Iraq and Afghanistan despite policy changes James Clapper
    03:03
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    Goals and impact of President Obama's Cairo speech on US-Muslim relations and democracy Dennis Ross
    05:39
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    Focus on human rights in China and Egypt during early Obama administration Michael Posner
    05:30
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    Reflections on the importance of local ownership in Afghan education and politics Azizullah Royesh
    05:21
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    Richard Holbrooke's appointment as Special Envoy for Afghanistan and Pakistan Anne Patterson
    02:08
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    Assessment of the situation at Mount Sinjar after President Obama's statement Hadi Pir
    03:08
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    Addressing Somali piracy through public-private partnerships Elizabeth Phu
    03:58
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    Anticipated Pakistani reaction to the raid on Osama bin Laden's compound Jeh Johnson
    01:20
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    Diplomacy behind Security Council Resolution 1929 and its role in sanctions policy Richard Nephew
    07:17
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    Assessing the Obama administration's learning curve on terrorism threats Michael Morell
    02:59
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    Consideration for a role as Vice President Biden's National Security Advisor Colin Kahl
    06:02
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    US diplomacy during protests against President Morsi's government in Egypt Anne Patterson
    03:26
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    Reflections on the aftermath of Libyan intervention and the role of the US State Department Hillary Clinton
    03:14
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    Significance of the Iran deal to the Obama administration's foreign policy legacy Michael Kassen
    03:33
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    Navigating political challenges during the Iran nuclear deal negotiations Ben Rhodes
    08:00
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    Perspectives on the Arab Spring and engagement with Egyptian civil society Michael Posner
    06:34
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    Advocating for President Obama's Cairo speech location and addressing the Middle East Dennis Ross
    02:47
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    President Obama's intense deliberation on Syria with advisors Denis McDonough
    03:50
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    Obama's 2008 visit to Israel and Germany, including Sderot and Buchenwald with Elie Wiesel David Axelrod
    05:27
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    Deliberations on extending the US military presence in Iraq beyond 2011 Leon Panetta
    05:43
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    Use of personal stories in Secretary Clinton's diplomacy and speeches Huma Abedin
    02:36
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    Sustaining energy for change and the role of the new generation in leadership Omezzine Khelifa
    02:24
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    Strategic review and decision-making on troop withdrawal from Iraq Denis McDonough
    03:19
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    US response to Mubarak's ousting and its impact on Middle East relations Dennis Ross
    02:06
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    Optimism and challenges during US troop withdrawal from Iraq in 2010 Colin Kahl
    06:39
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    Initial involvement in Iran issues and P5+1 meetings as undersecretary Wendy Sherman
    02:04
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    Obama administration's diplomatic strategy and objectives regarding Iran's nuclear program Dennis Ross
    08:43
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    Navigating political neutrality in foreign policy and humanitarian work with Yazda Hadi Pir
    02:10
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    Early negotiations with Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif and internal Iranian politics John Kerry
    06:02
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    Development of Let Girls Learn and its impact on international trips Andrea Mokros
    02:09
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    Release of American prisoners and implementation of the Iran nuclear deal Jason Rezaian
    11:32
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    Early 2009 discussions on diplomatically engaging with Iran and the Tehran research reactor proposal William Burns
    04:29
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    Obama administration's efforts to reset relations with the Muslim world Hillary Clinton
    02:12
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    AIPAC's role in shaping Iran sanctions and views on the Obama administration's strategy Michael Kassen
    05:57
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    Transition to White House and involvement in Iran sanctions and diplomacy Jake Sullivan
    04:25
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    Travel experiences with Michelle Obama and Vice President Biden's team Samantha Tubman
    02:21
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    Assessment of political dynamics and US-Afghan relations upon arrival in Kabul, 2011 Ryan Crocker
    06:48
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    White House engagement with Yazidi refugees during crisis on Mount Sinjar Ben Rhodes
    04:38
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    Assessment of counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan and engagement with Pakistan Michael Mullen
    07:07
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    Pre-deployment experiences and last-minute change from Afghanistan to Iraq mission Chelsea Manning
    05:23
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    Chief of staff's role in HealthCare.gov fix and political strategy post-2014 midterms Denis McDonough
    03:08
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    Involvement in the Obama administration's Libya policy discussions in 2011 Jake Sullivan
    02:35
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    US policy on democratic change in the Middle East following the Osama bin Laden raid Derek Chollet
    01:20
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    The intelligence community's approach to counterterrorism and the concept of violent extremism James Clapper
    03:05
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    Policy Planning's focus on the Asia-Pacific rebalance and the groundwork for the Iran nuclear deal Jake Sullivan
    03:33
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    US military response to the Libyan crisis and President Obama's decision-making process Denis McDonough
    03:58
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    Reflections on foreign policy challenges during the first two years of the Obama administration Derek Chollet
    05:21
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    Biden's role and relationship with Obama during the administration's challenges Colin Kahl
    02:23
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    Revealing US-Iran direct talks to P5+1 partners and managing potential backlash William Burns
    03:51
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    Initial observations and policy review before the Arab Spring uprising Dennis Ross
    06:07
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    Iraqi interpreter's reaction to President Obama's election Hadi Pir
    02:26
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    Reflections on President Obama's visit to Fort Campbell after the bin Laden raid William McRaven
    05:00
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    Role of Special Operations Forces during Obama's election and their missions in Iraq and Afghanistan William McRaven
    03:41
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    The necessity of strategic patience in US foreign policy and its impact on Afghanistan Ryan Crocker
    03:01
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    Joining Ettakatol and the transition to political party involvement in Tunisia Omezzine Khelifa
    03:22
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    Obama administration's comfort with the Muslim Brotherhood's political rise in Egypt Anne Patterson
    03:05
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    Coordination with the State Department on diaspora engagement and policy implications Rumana Ahmed
    02:12
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    Balancing personal safety and the call to activism during Tunisian protests Omezzine Khelifa
    03:08
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    Reflections on the Obama administration's approach to Libya and its consequences Anne Patterson
    02:05
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    Obama's approach to balancing Middle East focus with global responsibilities John Brennan
    03:04
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    Supporting the Let Girls Learn initiative and adapting to challenges Joanna Rosholm
    03:25
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    Grassroots efforts to address the crisis in Sinjar and bureaucratic challenges Hadi Pir
    02:08
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    Reflections on Obama's attempt to rebalance to diplomacy and military challenges William Burns
    04:12
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    Responsibilities and challenges of the assistant secretary for international security affairs Derek Chollet
    04:36
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    Assessment of US strategy regarding the rise of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt Dennis Ross
    04:31
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    Reflections on the start of the Iran nuclear negotiations and diplomatic challenges William Burns
    06:18
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    Initial secret negotiations with the Iranian delegation in Muscat Jake Sullivan
    03:01
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    Shift in US-Iran relations and Senate politics surrounding JCPOA sanctions Michael Kassen
    05:04
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    Appointment as ambassador to Iraq and the political situation during the US troop surge Ryan Crocker
    05:04
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    Understanding Netanyahu's priorities and the challenges in Israeli-Palestinian negotiations Dennis Ross
    05:37
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    Addressing misconceptions about the situation in Darfur and genocide claims Scott Gration
    06:56
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    Appointment of the special coordinator for Middle East transitions and its impact on State Department work Michael Posner
    04:41
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    Influence of the Libyan conflict on the Obama administration's approach to the Syrian civil war Jake Sullivan
    02:05
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    Obama-Netanyahu relationship and the impact of the 2011 speech on Israeli-Palestinian negotiations Dennis Ross
    19:32
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    US goals for Egypt's transition after Mubarak's fall and challenges faced William Burns
    03:39
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    Unexpected election of Morsi as President in 2012 and the attempted election interference Anne Patterson
    03:57
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    Response to the Christmas Day attempted airline bombing by Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab John Brennan
    05:42
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    Work on a prepositioned ship transporting military vehicles to Kuwait in 2008 Rick Jordan
    01:54
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    Role in relaying on-the-ground information during the Egyptian revolution Michael Posner
    04:42
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    Impact of social media on the Arab Spring and its influence on policy programs William Taylor
    02:40
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    Obama's State Department speech on the Arab Spring and nonviolent change Ben Rhodes
    03:37
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    Challenges faced by American NGOs in Egypt and interactions with the military Anne Patterson
    03:42
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    Appointment as democracy coordinator and the Obama administration's pivot on Middle East policy William Taylor
    04:44
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    Negotiations and challenges in extending the Israeli settlement moratorium Dennis Ross
    12:00
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    Development and challenges of the Israel-Palestine back channel negotiations Dennis Ross
    35:48
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    Significance of a US official's visit to Yemen during the early Arab Spring Tawakkol Karman
    04:32
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    First impressions of candidate Obama and reflections on foreign policy debates William Burns
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    Building trust with Karzai through diplomacy and listening John Kerry
    01:27
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    US post-conflict reconstruction efforts and policy coordination for Libya Derek Chollet
    04:00
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    Tunisian revolution and engagement with the Obama administration for tourism and finance Omezzine Khelifa
    04:08
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    Reflections on President Obama's policy decisions regarding Iraq Hadi Pir
    02:19
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    Planning for military action and seeking congressional authorization Derek Chollet
    05:33
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    Special Envoy to Sudan's relationship with President Obama and leadership challenges Scott Gration
    08:13
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    Comparing US government support for the Arab Spring and post-Soviet transitions William Taylor
    04:38
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    Reassessing the impact of Netanyahu's election on Obama's foreign policy strategy Mara Rudman
    03:13
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    Role of intelligence in shaping Obama administration's foreign policy decisions James Clapper
    03:11
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    Observations on Iran's political climate and personal experiences from 2009 to Rouhani's election Jason Rezaian
    05:49
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    Obama administration's response to the Syrian chemical weapons crisis in 2013 Samantha Power
    35:09
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    Challenges during the Benghazi attack and subsequent congressional inquiry Victoria Nuland
    02:30
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    Maintaining apolitical discussions in the Situation Room during an election year Antony Blinken
    03:01
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    Reflections on President Obama's foreign policy and the pivot to the Indo-Pacific region William Burns
    07:17
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    Holbrooke's empowerment by Secretary Clinton and tensions with the White House team Dan Feldman
    02:28
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    Observations of social and labor unrest during tenure in Cairo Anne Patterson
    03:50

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