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    Linking bank bailouts to the rise of the Tea Party and Donald Trump's election Richard Trumka
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    Reasons for President Obama's support of the auto industry bailout Heather Zichal
    02:54
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    CEQ's engagement with climate activists during the Obama administration Christy Goldfuss
    03:09
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    President Obama's commitment to conservation and national monuments Christy Goldfuss
    09:05
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    Reflections on a career in the environmental movement and climate change awareness Bill McKibben
    04:22
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    Engagement with medical professionals during healthcare reform on the National Economic Council Bob Kocher
    01:23
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    Resonance with Obama's climate change stance and opportunities for youth in 2008 campaign Melanie Bahnke
    02:03
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    Perspective on the Reduce Unnecessary Spending Act of 2010 as a budget management tool Peter Orszag
    02:45
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    Consideration for HHS Secretary role and commitment to President Obama's vision Sylvia Burwell
    03:12
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    Challenges in measuring oil flow during the Deepwater Horizon incident Carol Browner
    01:20
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    Leadership and goals of the National Baptist Convention's H.O.P.E. initiative Michael Minor
    13:02
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    Reflections on government regulation and industry innovation cooperation Carol Browner
    02:25
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    Challenges and complexities in implementing healthcare policy and technology systems Sylvia Burwell
    03:19
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    Negotiating the Cadillac tax and the passage of the Affordable Care Act Andrew Stern
    03:44
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    Addressing corruption in China during diplomatic tenure Max Baucus
    07:49
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    Negotiating with the pharmaceutical industry during healthcare reform Elizabeth Fowler
    02:14
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    Reflections on handling the government shutdown and its impact on the ACA negotiations Sylvia Burwell
    05:10
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    Impact of environmental protests on President Obama's Keystone XL pipeline decision Nancy Sutley
    05:04
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    Challenges and trade-offs faced during the passage of the Affordable Care Act Neera Tanden
    10:51
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    Campaigning for the 2012 election and pride in reproductive healthcare achievements Cecile Richards
    02:01
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    Relationship between the Recovery Act's green energy components and cap-and-trade legislation Frances Beinecke
    04:39
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    Transition from the White House to leading the Office of Health Reform Policy at HHS Jeanne Lambrew
    01:04
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    Impact of the bank bailout on American workers' trust and the rise of Trump support Richard Trumka
    02:18
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    Involvement with Main Street Alliance and White House discussions on healthcare Jim Houser
    02:37
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    Dealing with differing opinions among experts during the BP oil spill crisis Steven Chu
    01:03
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    Joining the HHS team and the transition after Tom Daschle's departure Neera Tanden
    03:42
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    Recollection of being invited to serve as deputy assistant for energy and climate change Heather Zichal
    02:59
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    Promoting a positive approach to health and fitness without focusing on weight Regina Benjamin
    02:26
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    Defying injunctions to win a labor strike and protect healthcare benefits Richard Trumka
    02:53
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    Sierra Club's engagement with the Obama administration on voting and democracy issues Courtney Hight
    01:29
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    Controversy over HHS contraception rules and religious organizations under the Affordable Care Act Kathleen Sebelius
    06:23
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    Engaging communities on coal policy and economic transition challenges Nancy Sutley
    02:28
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    Shift in Iowa's political landscape during Obama's presidency Tom Harkin
    07:03
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    Innovations in the scientific funding and review process at ARPA-E Arun Majumdar
    05:44
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    Evolution of science education and political attitudes in Kansas during the 1990s and 2000s Kathleen Sebelius
    05:25
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    EPA's review of California's emissions standards and coordination with CAFE negotiations Lisa Jackson
    03:14
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    Wendy Davis's filibuster and President Obama's support during the Texas anti-abortion bill protests Cecile Richards
    06:36
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    Role in the presidential task force on the auto industry rescue and fuel economy standards Heather Zichal
    03:48
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    Cross-disciplinary learning and problem-solving in the Obama administration's economic and healthcare policy meetings Bob Kocher
    04:19
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    Differences between government and youth priorities on environmental policy and activism Courtney Hight
    04:23
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    Balancing presidential scheduling and significance of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus meeting Nancy-Ann DeParle
    01:07
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    Involvement in politics before supporting Obama's 2008 presidential campaign Destiny Blackmon
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    Influence of anti-war activists on union leadership and political strategies Andrew Stern
    02:40
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    Hosting Harvest the Hope concert with Neil Young and Willie Nelson on the Tanderup farm Art and Helen Tanderup
    05:30
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    President Obama's involvement in the Every Kid in a Park program events Christy Goldfuss
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    Impact of the 2014 farm bill on California farmers' crop choices Joe Del Bosque
    01:23
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    Deputy Chief of Staff's experience working with President Obama during the 2012 reelection campaign Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:35
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    Reflections on the impact of community and support during high school years Sylvia Burwell
    03:16
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    Misconceptions about eligibility for new healthcare coverage John Mier
    03:00
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    Comparing the impact of hurricanes to the Gulf oil spill on community mental health Regina Benjamin
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    Critique of economic priorities during the Obama administration Andrew Stern
    02:48
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    AFL-CIO's strategy on immigration reform and negotiations with the Gang of Eight Richard Trumka
    03:12
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    Involvement with the National Economic Council during the financial crisis Don Verrilli
    03:44
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    Meeting Senator McCain at a fundraiser in Buffalo Nancy Nielsen
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    Reflections on leaving the EPA and the legacy of environmental advocacy Lisa Jackson
    05:43
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    Role of the Federal Coordinating Council for Comparative Effectiveness Research Zeke Emanuel
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    Criticism of the Obama administration's Climate Action Plan by the farming community Joe Del Bosque
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    Influence of grassroots activism on legislative work and Everglades National Park expansion Carol Browner
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    Reflections on the diversity of school garden education programs Sarah Holway
    02:16
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    Preference for cap-and-trade over carbon tax in environmental policy Nancy Sutley
    03:06
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    Negotiating the public option in healthcare reform with Senator Snowe's support Elizabeth Fowler
    02:31
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    Impact of the financial crisis on employment opportunities for single parents Destiny Blackmon
    04:33
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    Obama's role in shaping communication strategy on clean energy and economic recovery Heather Zichal
    03:34
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    John Sweeney's leadership in balancing change and tradition in labor organizing Andrew Stern
    01:11
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    Efforts to address Arctic challenges and the need for increased infrastructure investment Melanie Bahnke
    04:11
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    Motivation to become politically active due to healthcare reform discussions in 2008 Jim Houser
    02:27
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    Modernizing Virginia's government operations and the Productivity Investment Fund Aneesh Chopra
    05:58
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    Celebrating the Affordable Care Act vote at the White House Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:45
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    Drafting and implementing Florida's land acquisition law for green space preservation Carol Browner
    02:27
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    Experience at CMMI and working with stakeholders during healthcare legislation implementation Nancy Nielsen
    02:46
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    Tensions between political and career staff in federal agencies Courtney Hight
    04:42
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    President Obama's visit to a Central Valley farm and discussions on drought Joe Del Bosque
    05:13
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    Shift in global climate agreement dynamics from Copenhagen to Paris Todd Stern
    11:32
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    Discussion on the possibility of a second stimulus and climate change efforts Carol Browner
    02:44
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    Engagement with the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:06
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    Role of the Department of Energy during tenure and under President Obama's leadership Steven Chu
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    Reflections on the role of scientists in government and advising administrations Steven Chu
    05:05
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    Accidental entry into criminal justice reform work Kathleen Sebelius
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    Championed policies by the Office of the Chief Technology Officer and SOPA-PIPA controversy Aneesh Chopra
    01:09
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    Representing the President on an official visit to Guam Nancy Sutley
    02:55
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    Shift from math to economics major and the influence of Harvard professors on public policy thinking Michael Minor
    07:57
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    Coping as a caregiver during health crises and finding encouragement Connie Anderson
    02:06
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    Receiving personal notes from President Obama Connie Anderson
    01:16
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    Reflections on the Shelby County v. Holder case and its impact on voting rights Don Verrilli
    09:03
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    Perspectives on the ambition of Obama's early agenda and the exclusion of EFCA Andrew Stern
    01:16
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    Impact of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act on clean energy and climate policy Heather Zichal
    04:25
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    Expansion of the National Faith-Based Mobilization Network and the Mississippi model for healthy living initiatives Michael Minor
    07:49
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    Climate change discussion during the 2008 general election campaign Bill McKibben
    02:03
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    Assessment of the Obama administration's environmental and climate record Courtney Hight
    02:11
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    Department of Energy's role in developing hydraulic fracturing regulations Steven Chu
    05:27
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    Establishing an educational farm at Walker-Jones Elementary during the Obama administration Sarah Holway
    02:23
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    President Obama's response to the Occupy Wall Street movement and political discourse Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:28
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    US role in the Paris Agreement and diplomatic efforts leading up to the COP21 negotiations Todd Stern
    28:42
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    Lessons learned from John Gardner's leadership and public service Kathleen Sebelius
    02:38
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    Significance of the ACA's survival for the middle class during the economic recovery Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:41
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    Addressing myths about the Independent Payment Advisory Board in healthcare reform Kathleen Sebelius
    04:43
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    Optimism and subsequent challenges in passing the Employee Free Choice Act Richard Trumka
    03:24
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    Crystallizing the importance of serving underserved communities through HIV work Carolyn Britton
    11:48
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    Increasing community engagement and environmental justice as EPA priorities Lisa Jackson
    02:43
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    Reflections on contributing to health care reform and the Affordable Care Act Nancy Nielsen
    02:52
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    Mother's career progression from data entry clerk to financial manager Aneesh Chopra
    01:24
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    SEIU's early endorsement and support for Obama's 2004 Senate campaign Andrew Stern
    02:45
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    Composition of the Alaska Federation of Natives board and meeting with leaders Melanie Bahnke
    02:35
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    Influence of family on gender equity and role models in personal development Sylvia Burwell
    02:25
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    Impact of White House experience on career and US-Cuba relations work Jim Houser
    02:55
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    Influence of the Bush administration's climate policy on early negotiation strategies Todd Stern
    01:27
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    Influence of the auto bailout on CAFE standards negotiations Carol Browner
    01:57
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    Advice for a new administration on addressing COVID, economic crisis, and structural racism Richard Trumka
    01:13
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    Perceived partisanship shift in Congress during Obama's presidency due to McConnell's strategy Max Baucus
    01:16
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    Navigating US-China relations and prioritizing American interests without clear direction Max Baucus
    02:42
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    Natoma's struggle with health insurance and her letter to President Obama Connie Anderson
    04:30
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    Attending the State of the Union and meeting First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House Jim Houser
    06:56
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    Discussion on the public option in healthcare reform with Rahm Emanuel Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:13
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    Reflections on engaging diverse perspectives in environmental advocacy Frances Beinecke
    04:00
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    Meeting with Osage Nation to form the Indian Country Renewable Energy Consortium Heather Zichal
    02:19
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    Labor movement's perspective on the Affordable Care Act and its impact on union members Richard Trumka
    07:17
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    Reflections on economic policy opposition during the Obama administration's recovery efforts Steven Chu
    02:13
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    Impact of earmark restrictions on legislative gridlock and appropriations bills Tom Harkin
    03:35
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    Consideration of working in the Obama administration post-campaign Courtney Hight
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    Discussion on healthcare reform's impact on women's equality Kathleen Sebelius
    04:49
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    Coordinating multi-agency collaboration before Cabinet meetings Regina Benjamin
    01:17
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    Outreach strategies for health insurance enrollment communication Sylvia Burwell
    03:45
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    Reflections on transitioning from Clinton to Obama administration at OMB Sylvia Burwell
    02:30
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    Confirmation hearing challenges for environmental regulatory approach Gina McCarthy
    02:09
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    Impact of Carol Browner's departure on climate agenda responsibilities Heather Zichal
    02:00
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    Navigating health insurance challenges before the Affordable Care Act John Mier
    04:03
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    Partisan division on reproductive rights and the impact on elections and policy Cecile Richards
    03:52
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    Challenges in addressing the drug overdose crisis in Rio Arriba County Robert Trapp
    03:41
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    Al Gore's environmental stance and its impact during the Clinton administration Frances Beinecke
    02:39
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    Speculation on Senator Kennedy's potential impact on 2009 healthcare negotiations Kathleen Sebelius
    02:30
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    Reflections on the Democratic Party's relationship with the labor movement and White working-class voters Andrew Stern
    05:30
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    Drafting a White House bill to expedite the legislative process and CBO scoring Bob Kocher
    01:56
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    Communicating complex fiscal policy to the public in 2009 Peter Orszag
    01:24
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    Reflections on being in the national spotlight after Democratic testimony Sandra Fluke
    02:02
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    Discussion on the second private letter to President Obama about the economy Robert Trapp
    05:44
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    Response to the BP oil spill and coordination with federal and state entities Don Verrilli
    04:59
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    Reflections on the Democratic platform committee's debate on marijuana policy Carol Browner
    01:55
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    Discussion on ACA impact on small businesses at HHS event in Virginia Jim Houser
    02:42
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    Criticism of President Obama's cuts to the Prevention and Public Health Fund Tom Harkin
    03:48
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    Disenchantment with a medical career and shift towards research and policy Zeke Emanuel
    02:30
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    Coordinating the response to the oil spill and key decisions made Carol Browner
    04:23
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    Impact of the Affordable Care Act on the American Medical Association's reputation Nancy Nielsen
    01:17
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    Deployment and impact of the Recovery Act's clean energy funding Heather Zichal
    02:37
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    Concerns about the misunderstanding of the Affordable Care Act and its market mechanisms Sylvia Burwell
    02:35
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    Visit to the White House Christmas party and seeing a framed letter in the Oval Office Connie Anderson
    02:31
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    Organizing bipartisan common-ground breakfasts to address issues like opioid funding and the CURES Act Sylvia Burwell
    01:12
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    Role of women in key legislative negotiations and appropriations Sylvia Burwell
    02:14
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    Obama administration's culture of problem-solving and response to H1N1 pandemic Aneesh Chopra
    02:58
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    Influential professors during college and graduate studies in chemical engineering Lisa Jackson
    03:02
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    Handling legal challenges to the Affordable Care Act and legislative responses Sylvia Burwell
    01:19
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    Margaret Chan's leadership reflections on pandemic preparedness and WHO reforms Sylvia Burwell
    02:41
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    Grassroots advocacy for the ACA and its impact on Mississippi communities Michael Minor
    07:37
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    Understanding Chinese internal politics and US influence on reformers vs. anti-reformers Max Baucus
    04:31
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    Discussion on various versions of the public option in 2009 health care reform Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:20
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    Reflections on President Obama's climate change commitment in his second inaugural address Frances Beinecke
    03:27
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    Perceived continuity and potential changes in government policies from Obama to Trump administration Joe Del Bosque
    02:38
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    Witnessing the Supreme Court's decision on the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate Elizabeth Fowler
    01:59
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    Aligning diplomatic efforts and managing cabinet secretaries' egos during visits Max Baucus
    02:16
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    Role in the We Can't Wait campaign and use of executive actions Nancy-Ann DeParle
    04:33
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    Building trust with Congress as ARPA-E director Arun Majumdar
    03:44
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    Investing in people and ideas for driving innovative science Arun Majumdar
    01:23
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    Perception of opposition to Obama's policies as racially motivated John Mier
    02:16
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    Involvement in public healthcare forums and learning from stakeholder meetings Nancy-Ann DeParle
    05:24
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    Misconceptions about the AFL-CIO and challenges in union leadership dynamics Andrew Stern
    02:30
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    Perception of the urgency to pass healthcare legislation before congressional recess Max Baucus
    01:05
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    Influence of union endorsements in the 2008 presidential campaign Andrew Stern
    04:56
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    Reception of a presidential speech by the public, Congress, and environmental community Heather Zichal
    02:40
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    Discussions on public engagement with science and climate change during the administration Carol Browner
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