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    Efforts and challenges in passing legislation through Congress before the Copenhagen Summit Frances Beinecke
    01:54
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    Discussion on taxing high-income earners and asset taxation Andrew Stern
    01:01
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    Al Gore's environmental stance and its impact during the Clinton administration Frances Beinecke
    02:39
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    Priorities during the campaign for the Kansas House: children, family issues, and women's pay Kathleen Sebelius
    02:57
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    Attributing limited healthcare progress to Republican opposition and strategic approach Robert Trapp
    01:23
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    Reflections on tackling national security issues at the Department of Justice Don Verrilli
    01:04
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    Initial discussion with President Obama before OMB appointment Sylvia Burwell
    01:57
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    Impact of a public option on healthcare costs and rate setting comparisons Zeke Emanuel
    02:23
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    Impact of ACA opposition on environmental legislation opportunities Kathleen Sebelius
    02:55
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    Navigating challenges of the contraceptive mandate and court decisions Sylvia Burwell
    04:32
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    HHS decision to deny over-the-counter access to Plan B One-Step for women under 17 Kathleen Sebelius
    04:13
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    Role of the Department of the Interior in climate change and renewable energy transmission Steven Chu
    03:53
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    Explanation of cap and trade and its role in the Obama administration's legislative priorities Steven Chu
    05:37
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    Obama administration's approach to fracking and public land coal policies Christy Goldfuss
    04:20
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    Early environmental policy circles and the recognition of climate change Carol Browner
    01:09
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    Comparing the intensity of healthcare debates to anti-abortion protests Kathleen Sebelius
    04:26
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    Reflections on the honor of public service and the current state of politics Cecile Richards
    02:51
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    Discussion on ACA impact on small businesses at HHS event in Virginia Jim Houser
    02:42
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    Latino organizing in agriculture and focus on farmworker job impacts Joe Del Bosque
    02:44
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    Role of women in key legislative negotiations and appropriations Sylvia Burwell
    02:14
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    Ambassador's experiences with India and ASEAN countries regarding China's influence and the Trans-Pacific Partnership Max Baucus
    01:23
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    Impact of Oxford experience on future leadership and personal growth Sylvia Burwell
    02:16
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    Incorporating realistic projections in the federal budget for recurring costs Peter Orszag
    02:59
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    Transition from investment banking to public policy with a focus on healthcare and technology Aneesh Chopra
    04:34
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    Reflections on the backlash to President Obama's tenure and the rise of white supremacy Christy Goldfuss
    02:15
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    NRDC's increased political engagement and the creation of Leading Green with LCV Frances Beinecke
    06:25
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    Reflection on early experiences with racism and its impact on advocacy Richard Trumka
    05:41
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    Responsibilities as an executive director: budget management, fundraising, staff management, and coalition dynamics Courtney Hight
    01:29
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    Public support for healthcare reform at the start of the Obama administration Kathleen Sebelius
    01:18
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    Experience with Tennessee's healthcare system and insights on Medicaid expansion Nancy-Ann DeParle
    06:24
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    Signing of the greenhouse gas endangerment finding before the Copenhagen summit Nancy Sutley
    03:46
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    Reflections on US-China relations and the effectiveness of sanctions post-Obama administration Max Baucus
    03:26
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    Formation of the Cowboy and Indian Alliance and the Ponca Spiritual Camp on Tanderup farm Art and Helen Tanderup
    07:52
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    Linking health insurance to economic empowerment and racial coalition potential in the South Michael Minor
    03:32
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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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    Experience assisting with an art project in the field Art and Helen Tanderup
    01:21
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    Unexpected distribution of an image from a Keystone XL pipeline protest Art and Helen Tanderup
    03:17
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    Energy as a national security issue and the importance of energy resilience Steven Chu
    03:32
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    First Lady's visit to Mississippi and the speaker's experience with media coverage Michael Minor
    02:42
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    EPA's decision to classify CO2 as a pollutant and the early administration discussions Lisa Jackson
    03:58
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    Experience with school, dealing with bullying, and high school athletics Destiny Blackmon
    01:10
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    Post-ACA passage local activism and healthcare education through Main Street Alliance of Oregon Jim Houser
    03:41
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    Involvement with Let's Move! and Let's Move Faith and Communities initiatives Michael Minor
    04:48
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    Decision-making on the use of dispersants during the Gulf of Mexico oil spill Carol Browner
    02:42
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    First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to Bancroft and interactions with school staff and students Sarah Holway
    05:26
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    President Obama's condolences on the passing of Natoma and her impact on the Affordable Care Act Connie Anderson
    01:28
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    Addressing concerns about evidence-based medicine guidelines and physician autonomy Bob Kocher
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    Developing a relationship with White House aides and flying on Air Force One Connie Anderson
    02:23
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    Great American Outdoors project and efforts to connect people with nature Christy Goldfuss
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    The potential impact of earmarks on passing the public option Tom Harkin
    01:18
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    Challenges in linking teacher evaluations to student performance and standardized assessments Tom Harkin
    02:51
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    Balancing White House responsibilities with family life Christy Goldfuss
    02:20
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    Reflections on the HealthCare.gov rollout challenges Elizabeth Fowler
    02:07
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    Personal reflections on overcoming adversity and creating lasting memories Destiny Blackmon
    08:41
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    Progress and challenges in implementing the Oyster-tecture project pre- and post-Superstorm Sandy Kate Orff
    06:55
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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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    First experience on the House of Representatives Chamber floor Jim Houser
    02:23
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    Discussion on the possibility of a second stimulus and climate change efforts Carol Browner
    02:44
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    Challenges in implementing new Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards Nancy Sutley
    03:21
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    The impact of DSA and Working Families Party on contemporary politics Andrew Stern
    01:10
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    Challenges of communicating complex policy issues to the public Carol Browner
    02:06
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    Arrest at White House protest against the Keystone pipeline and its aftermath Courtney Hight
    05:07
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    Promoting diversity in the clean-energy sector and green jobs for women Nancy Sutley
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    Obama's demeanor in social settings compared to work during legislative negotiations Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:47
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    Emphasizing the role of science in EPA policy during confirmation hearings Lisa Jackson
    06:33
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    Influence of CAP's ideas on the Obama White House and the process of policy development Neera Tanden
    06:35
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    Achieving a unified position to influence immigration policy and President Obama's actions on DACA and DAPA Richard Trumka
    02:51
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    Experience in LA retrofit projects influencing federal sustainability efforts Nancy Sutley
    02:19
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    Natoma's first meeting with President Obama at a reelection rally in Parma, Ohio Connie Anderson
    02:32
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    Collaboration with businesses on environmental regulation during EPA tenure Carol Browner
    02:17
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    Teacher's determination to join White House garden event with students Sarah Holway
    03:37
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    Reaction to the Supreme Court's decision on the Affordable Care Act's mandate and Medicaid expansion Elizabeth Fowler
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    Decision to leave the Obama administration in January 2013 Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:57
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    Balancing Washington duties with direct engagement with the public Nancy Sutley
    02:39
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    Obama's leadership and negotiation during healthcare legislation reconciliation Zeke Emanuel
    02:19
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    Personal experience with health insurance issues before the Affordable Care Act John Mier
    03:34
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    Involvement in negotiations with car companies during the Obama administration Lisa Jackson
    03:57
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    Efforts to reform the AFL-CIO and the formation of Change to Win coalition Andrew Stern
    02:21
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    Personal commitment to equitable education and the influence of Brown v. Board Kathleen Sebelius
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    Role and responsibilities in the DOJ's Deputy Attorney General office Don Verrilli
    05:13
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    Deciding whether to run for reelection or become ambassador to China Max Baucus
    02:30
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    The benefits of collective action in opposing the Keystone pipeline Art and Helen Tanderup
    03:01
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    Challenges facing print media and the decline of local newspapers Robert Trapp
    03:11
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    Efforts to maintain bipartisan support during early legislative processes in 2009 Max Baucus
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    AMA House of Delegates' debate on the public option in healthcare reform legislation Nancy Nielsen
    02:31
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    Efforts to secure votes for binding arbitration and the fallout with Senator Blanche Lincoln Andrew Stern
    02:44
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    Obama administration's approach to biofuels in climate and energy policy Heather Zichal
    04:16
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    Role in the TIGR team and creation of CIO and CTO positions during the Obama transition Aneesh Chopra
    02:13
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    Transition from the White House to leading the Office of Health Reform Policy at HHS Jeanne Lambrew
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    Environmental movement's response to the Keystone pipeline delay Bill McKibben
    01:28
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    Establishment of Stonewall National Monument and the role of advocacy and funding Christy Goldfuss
    03:44
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    Comparing the Affordable Care Act to the Civil Rights Act Kathleen Sebelius
    02:33
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    Appointment of John Goss as Asian carp director and CEQ's efforts to protect the Great Lakes Nancy Sutley
    05:45
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    Debate on the public option in health care reform during 2008-2009 Nancy Nielsen
    02:47
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    Support from Pew and Oak Foundations in drafting an executive order for marine protection Melanie Bahnke
    01:13
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    Reaction to personal letter becoming a public news story Destiny Blackmon
    02:57
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    Navigating Republican opposition and Tea Party influence during negotiations Sylvia Burwell
    01:04
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    Advocating for abortion rights and destigmatization at the 2016 Democratic National Convention Cecile Richards
    04:35
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    Ending expedited reviews for mountaintop-removal coal mining projects in 2009 Nancy Sutley
    02:18
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    Father's involvement in civil rights and anti-Vietnam War efforts Kathleen Sebelius
    02:11
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    Unexpected presence at a school event with First Lady Michelle Obama in Mississippi Michael Minor
    01:59
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    Co-founding the Health Data Initiative with Todd Park and challenges in healthcare data liberation Bob Kocher
    03:13
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    Departure from the administration and integrating economic growth with environmental protection Nancy Sutley
    02:52
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    Joe Lieberman's role in removing the public option from the Affordable Care Act bill Kathleen Sebelius
    02:35
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    Mobilizing civil servants in the DOE and the stability of government structures Arun Majumdar
    03:33
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    Preference for cap-and-trade over carbon tax in environmental policy Nancy Sutley
    03:06
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    Debate over physician reimbursement and its impact on health care reform in 2009 Nancy Nielsen
    01:27
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    Advocacy and coalition building for healthcare reform before Obama's presidency Andrew Stern
    01:29
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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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    Interpreting the impact of federal policies on local communities through editorials Robert Trapp
    01:16
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    Promoting public access to government data and the impact on policy objectives Aneesh Chopra
    02:15
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    Reflections on stakeholder engagement in passing the Affordable Care Act Neera Tanden
    03:25
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    Establishing the Gulf States Health Policy Center to address regional health disparities Regina Benjamin
    04:35
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    Scaling up Healthy Congregations: jurney from local to national health ministry Michael Minor
    06:40
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    Transition from appellate litigator to working in the White House Counsel's Office Don Verrilli
    03:50
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    Decision to attend medical school influenced by personal experiences with health insurance Nancy Nielsen
    02:49
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    Preparation and concerns for the King v. Burwell Supreme Court case Don Verrilli
    06:42
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    Surgeon General's role and policy focus in the Obama administration Regina Benjamin
    03:38
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    Impact of quality indicators and pay for performance on clinical practice Nancy Nielsen
    02:32
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    Expectations and process leading to the appointment as Chief Technology Officer Aneesh Chopra
    04:11
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    Reaction to Rush Limbaugh discussing testimony on his show Sandra Fluke
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    Involvement in elections and the impact on reproductive rights advocacy Cecile Richards
    02:50
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    Impact of the Affordable Care Act on personal finances and healthcare access John Mier
    05:17
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    Influence of psychohistory on understanding the Japanese American internment Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:48
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    Choosing Georgetown University for President Obama's climate action plan speech Heather Zichal
    01:21
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    Reasons for the decline in momentum behind cap and trade legislation in 2010 Carol Browner
    02:34
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    Personal experience attending President Obama's inauguration Cecile Richards
    02:03
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    Influence of professors on the intersection of medicine and policy Bob Kocher
    03:57
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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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    Initial impressions of President Obama's character and potential Carolyn Britton
    03:08
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    Obama administration's approach to changing the sustainable growth rate formula Nancy Nielsen
    01:27
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    The origin of tracking job creation in environmental policy discussions Frances Beinecke
    02:54
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    Perspective on cost containment and universal healthcare reform Zeke Emanuel
    03:47
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    Behind-the-scenes of the Keystone XL Pipeline decision process Christy Goldfuss
    02:11
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    Reflections on working closely with the White House and the inspiration drawn from the first lady's dedication Sarah Holway
    02:23
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    Career shift from elementary education to rural development Melanie Bahnke
    04:35
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    Framing health care reform as a moral imperative Nancy Nielsen
    01:27
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    Efforts in tribal advocacy and education by a former marine advocate Melanie Bahnke
    02:56
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    Obama's push for the infrastructure bill and the We Can't Wait initiative Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:52
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    Awareness and personal impact of the Affordable Care Act before the launch of HealthCare.gov John Mier
    02:34
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    Early use of social media and its challenges in the Obama administration Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:44
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    Reflections on diversity in medical education and the impact of the Affordable Care Act Carolyn Britton
    06:21
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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 increased female leadership in medicine on healthcare reform Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:31
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    Lessons from the Obama administration for future labor and economic security policies Andrew Stern
    07:41
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    Weekly memos to President Obama on ACA implementation and addressing policy disputes Nancy-Ann DeParle
    09:18
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    Early career in union organizing and its influence on political work Cecile Richards
    04:42
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    Process of proposing ideas for the State of the Union address Aneesh Chopra
    07:47
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    Participation in the White House Health Care Summit and views on cost containment vs. universal coverage Bob Kocher
    02:13
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    Analysis of Trump's rise: racism against Obama vs. class issues and desire for change Richard Trumka
    02:10
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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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    Changing public attitudes towards healthcare reform during Obama's first term Michael Minor
    02:31
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    NRDC's engagement with the Obama administration on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and environmental policy Frances Beinecke
    09:12
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    Establishing the social cost of carbon in climate policy and regulation Nancy Sutley
    02:56
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    The importance of engaging with Congress and preparing for hearings as Secretary Sylvia Burwell
    02:31
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    Concerns about the urgency of addressing climate change and its impact on migration, wildlife, and the environment Gina McCarthy
    05:51
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    Impact of US-China joint announcement on Lima climate negotiations Todd Stern
    16:17
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    Coordination between the administration and oil companies during oil spill responses Courtney Hight
    02:34
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    Reception of a presidential speech by the public, Congress, and environmental community Heather Zichal
    02:40
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    SEIU's national campaign tactics and challenges with local governments Andrew Stern
    01:08
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    Reaction to President Obama mentioning a family member during an event Jim Houser
    01:55
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    Collaboration and team dynamics in passing the Affordable Care Act Jeanne Lambrew
    06:38
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    Discussion on funding the Affordable Care Act and the Cadillac Tax proposal Max Baucus
    01:14
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    Impact of the 2008 financial crisis on health care reform discussions Nancy Nielsen
    02:40
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    Federal Interagency Working Group on Environmental Justice during the Obama administration Gina McCarthy
    06:23
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    Perceptions of healthcare reform feasibility during the 2009 financial crisis Nancy-Ann DeParle
    01:16
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    First meeting with Obama at a local union event in Chicago Andrew Stern
    01:00
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    Grassroots efforts to support and clarify the Affordable Care Act Michael Minor
    03:06

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