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    Utilizing social media for public health outreach as surgeon general Regina Benjamin
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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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    Coordination of interagency climate and energy initiatives in the Obama administration Heather Zichal
    03:06
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    Challenges of union coordination and strategy in labor movements Andrew Stern
    04:56
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    Perceptions of US-China relations and democracy from a US official's interactions in China Max Baucus
    04:50
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    Negotiating the America's Healthy Future Act of 2009 without a public option Elizabeth Fowler
    02:11
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    Coordinating climate preparedness with State, Local, and Tribal Leaders Task Force Nancy Sutley
    03:22
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    Shift in Obama's energy and climate strategy post-BP and cap and trade failure Carol Browner
    02:45
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    Building a trust network to support healthcare change and cost reduction strategies Andrew Stern
    01:15
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    Coordination between Senate Finance and HELP Committees on early healthcare reform efforts Elizabeth Fowler
    04:42
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    Reflections on adapting to policy challenges in the role of deputy chief of staff Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:52
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    Impact of the Recovery Act's health IT provisions on healthcare reform Peter Orszag
    02:02
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    Pre-2009 healthcare reform groundwork and coalition building at SEIU Andrew Stern
    04:55
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    Challenges and importance of electronic medical records in healthcare reform Jeanne Lambrew
    01:20
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    Transition from legislative efforts to executive action on clean energy policy Heather Zichal
    03:58
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    Transition from mainstream environmental activism to working with environmental justice and Indigenous groups Courtney Hight
    04:29
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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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    Momentum behind healthcare reform leading up to the 2008 presidential campaign Jeanne Lambrew
    02:30
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    Influence of Trinity professors and internships on views of government and politics Kathleen Sebelius
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    Initial accomplishments at the Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight Elizabeth Fowler
    01:11
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    Explaining oil and gas prices during a recession and the shift to alternative energy sources Steven Chu
    04:22
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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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    Influence of growing up in a government community on views of nature and the Chesapeake Bay Kate Orff
    03:30
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    AMA's draft proposal for health care reform and its influence on the Affordable Care Act Nancy Nielsen
    02:29
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    Criticism of the Obama administration's Climate Action Plan by the farming community Joe Del Bosque
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    Switch from premedical track to health policy due to interest in healthcare systems Elizabeth Fowler
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    Recovering from public exposure and threats after a personal letter went viral Destiny Blackmon
    06:20
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    Obama's engagement with the AMA to support the Affordable Care Act Bob Kocher
    02:33
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    Reaction to Indiana turning blue for Obama in the election Destiny Blackmon
    01:24
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    Reflections on gender dynamics and the Me Too movement from a female leader's perspective Carol Browner
    01:20
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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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    SEIU's relationship with other unions and support in political campaigns Andrew Stern
    01:59
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    EPA's role in regulating coal and natural gas during the Obama administration Gina McCarthy
    06:37
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    Reflections on President Obama's 2008 campaign and its impact on the community Melanie Bahnke
    02:11
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    Addressing healthcare disparities and the importance of equitable care Carolyn Britton
    06:55
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    Communicating complex fiscal policy to the public in 2009 Peter Orszag
    01:24
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    Implications of media consolidation and the value of family-owned newspapers Robert Trapp
    03:28
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    Impact of the HELP Committee's Affordable Health Choices Act on Senate Finance Committee negotiations Elizabeth Fowler
    02:38
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    Impact of the Durban Platform on smaller developing countries' role in climate negotiations Todd Stern
    03:06
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    The importance of engaging with Congress and preparing for hearings as Secretary Sylvia Burwell
    02:31
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    Background and early environmental appreciation growing up in Miami Carol Browner
    01:13
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    Background and path to becoming a landscape architect Kate Orff
    03:16
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    Impact of the financial crisis on employment opportunities for single parents Destiny Blackmon
    04:33
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    Preference for legislative solutions over EPA regulations for environmental issues Lisa Jackson
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    Decision to join the Obama administration and prior career reflections Don Verrilli
    03:41
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    Father's involvement in civil rights and anti-Vietnam War efforts Kathleen Sebelius
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    Personal experience with the Affordable Care Act and frustration with Republican opposition John Mier
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    Reflections on the changing perception of truth in politics Sylvia Burwell
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    Impacts of climate change on community health and infrastructure Melanie Bahnke
    03:56
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    Environmental movement's impact on the Keystone XL pipeline decision Frances Beinecke
    06:45
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    Key players and dynamics in international climate negotiations ahead of the Paris Agreement Todd Stern
    09:08
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    President Obama's unexpected entry at the Copenhagen climate meeting Carol Browner
    03:25
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    Comparing past and present vaccine hesitancy and misinformation challenges Regina Benjamin
    02:43
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    Activism through letter-writing and personal experiences with political engagement John Mier
    06:26
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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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    President Obama's involvement in the Every Kid in a Park program events Christy Goldfuss
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    Importance of diverse grassroots participation in the environmental movement Bill McKibben
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    Challenges of outreach to rural America and the impact of political polarization during Obama's tenure Lisa Jackson
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    Obama administration's climate change initiatives and the impact of natural gas policies Bill McKibben
    05:41
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    Discussion on imposing term limits and the rejection of the proposal Andrew Stern
    02:31
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    Negotiating with healthcare industry stakeholders on insurance reform Andrew Stern
    02:51
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    Influence of Let's Move! initiative on the success of the Affordable Care Act Michael Minor
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    Challenges in communicating the necessity of TARP to the public Robert Trapp
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    Process of proposing ideas for the State of the Union address Aneesh Chopra
    07:47
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    Challenges in capping the Deepwater Horizon oil spill due to depth and force Carol Browner
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    Transition from Obama administration to CEO of NRDC and its impact on environmental policy Gina McCarthy
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    Outreach to younger uninsured Americans on The Daily Show regarding the ACA Kathleen Sebelius
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    Transition from local healthcare to national policy and advocacy Regina Benjamin
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    Early political campaigning experiences and interviewing Jay Rockefeller Sylvia Burwell
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    California farmers' role in providing healthy food and water supply concerns Joe Del Bosque
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    AMA's campaign to raise awareness about insuring the uninsured Nancy Nielsen
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    American University's approach to leading democratic conversations and policy making Sylvia Burwell
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    Government's proposal process for potential drilling areas and climate change considerations Carol Browner
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    Explaining the impact of California's drought to President Obama Joe Del Bosque
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    Early life in Texas and influence of a family committed to social justice Cecile Richards
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    Balancing legislative priorities and political capital for cap and trade during Obama's first term Nancy Sutley
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    Reflections on respecting nature and the lessons from John McPhee's writings Carol Browner
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    Involvement in health care reform negotiations and relationship with White House staff Nancy Nielsen
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    Perspectives on universal coverage and cost containment in healthcare reform Jeanne Lambrew
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    Inspiration from Mike Mansfield and interest in US-China relations Max Baucus
    03:36
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    Efforts to engage and educate young voters during Obama's campaign Courtney Hight
    02:12
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    Role in setting climate targets and reliance on economic models Steven Chu
    03:55
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    Discussion on ACA impact on small businesses at HHS event in Virginia Jim Houser
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    Challenges in Congress to passing immigration reform legislation Nancy-Ann DeParle
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    Balancing White House responsibilities with family life Christy Goldfuss
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    Retirement plans for farming and travel Art and Helen Tanderup
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    Formation of the Cowboy Indian Alliance to fight the Keystone pipeline Bill McKibben
    02:15
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    Complexity and messaging challenges of healthcare legislation Peter Orszag
    02:28
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    Decision to leave DC post-election due to family considerations Steven Chu
    02:32
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    Stakeholder engagement in healthcare reform during the Obama administration Elizabeth Fowler
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    Appearance on Jon Stewart's show discussing HealthCare.gov issues Kathleen Sebelius
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    Navigating government perspectives on coastal management and advocating for a national shoreway act Kate Orff
    06:19
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    Reflections on the role of climate change in the 2008 campaign and joining the Obama administration Todd Stern
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    Promoting farm-to-school experiences during Local Flavor Week Sarah Holway
    03:44
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    Responding to Scott Brown's election and its impact on passing the ACA Max Baucus
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    California's role in the auto industry's fuel-efficiency agreement Carol Browner
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    Recruitment process for the director of the Office of Management and Budget position Peter Orszag
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    Perception of science in climate change discussions during the 1980s and 1990s Carol Browner
    04:32
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    Impact of White House experience on career and US-Cuba relations work Jim Houser
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    Experience assisting with an art project in the field Art and Helen Tanderup
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    Transition to FDIC and assessing potential bank failures during Obama administration Sylvia Burwell
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    Reflections on the diversity of school garden education programs Sarah Holway
    02:16
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    Challenges of implementing climate change policies through executive action Nancy-Ann DeParle
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    Discussions on healthcare reform strategy after Senator Brown's election Elizabeth Fowler
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    Launch and impact of the "I'm Not Buying It" video contest to prevent youth tobacco use Regina Benjamin
    04:49
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    Expanding labor's engagement and addressing economic disparities Richard Trumka
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    Evolution of the activist community during tenure in the Obama administration Carol Browner
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    Balancing teaching and farming during planting and harvest seasons Art and Helen Tanderup
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    Managing crises and maintaining operations in the Department of Energy Arun Majumdar
    03:32
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    USDA outreach to socially disadvantaged farmers and the 2501 Program Joe Del Bosque
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    Early law school activism in women's rights and reproductive justice Sandra Fluke
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    Leadership of the Interagency Working Group on Domestic Gas Development Heather Zichal
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    Early career as political director for the Sierra Club in New Jersey Heather Zichal
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    Work on the State Children's Health Insurance Program during the Clinton administration Jeanne Lambrew
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    Consideration of public option forms in the Affordable Care Act debate Jeanne Lambrew
    02:23
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    USDA efforts to support beginning farmers and ranchers and the challenge of water access Joe Del Bosque
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    Parents' support for activism and confronting racial discrimination Carol Browner
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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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    State Department's surprise at Keystone pipeline review and environmental concerns Nancy Sutley
    02:11
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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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    Reservations about joining the Obama administration due to preference for government over politics Peter Orszag
    02:39
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    Role of the Federal Coordinating Council for Comparative Effectiveness Research Zeke Emanuel
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    Challenges and successes of the Endangered Species Act and species conservation efforts Christy Goldfuss
    03:09
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    Preparation for arguing the Affordable Care Act case as solicitor general Don Verrilli
    07:23
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    President Obama's interest in feedback after canceling a Guam visit Nancy Sutley
    01:23
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    Attributing limited healthcare progress to Republican opposition and strategic approach Robert Trapp
    01:23
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    Coverage and success of the Affordable Care Act under Obama and Trump John Mier
    02:38
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    Discussion on the role of economic models in energy policy and climate change predictions Steven Chu
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    Influence of the auto bailout on CAFE standards negotiations Carol Browner
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    Reactions to the passage of the Affordable Care Act and its impact on small businesses Jim Houser
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    Role in unifying Congress during the Affordable Care Act passage Jeanne Lambrew
    02:55
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    Campaigning for the 2012 election and pride in reproductive healthcare achievements Cecile Richards
    02:01
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    Comparing the impact of hurricanes to the Gulf oil spill on community mental health Regina Benjamin
    02:01
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    US-China relations and lack of strategic guidance for a new ambassador in 2014 Max Baucus
    03:46
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    Reaction to Rush Limbaugh discussing testimony on his show Sandra Fluke
    02:07
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    Accidental entry into criminal justice reform work Kathleen Sebelius
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    Comparing the intensity of healthcare debates to anti-abortion protests Kathleen Sebelius
    04:26
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    Assessment of the Affordable Care Act's cost containment and impact on Medicare spending Peter Orszag
    06:44
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    Investigation into for-profit colleges and federal student aid influence Tom Harkin
    04:50
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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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    Obama's evolving commitment to climate change from first to second term Heather Zichal
    04:11
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    Addressing the sequester and budget negotiations in the Obama administration Sylvia Burwell
    03:11
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    US-China climate negotiations and strategic planning for the Paris Agreement Todd Stern
    38:17
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    Progressive reaction to the value-added tax during healthcare reform debates Zeke Emanuel
    01:09
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    Obama's governance style vs. campaign style in utilizing organizing tactics Andrew Stern
    01:21
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    Deployment and impact of the Recovery Act's clean energy funding Heather Zichal
    02:37
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    Optimism and subsequent challenges in passing the Employee Free Choice Act Richard Trumka
    03:24
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    Interactions with guests at President Obama's speech event Jim Houser
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    Mother's career progression from data entry clerk to financial manager Aneesh Chopra
    01:24
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    Reflections on the possibility of working on healthcare reform in the Obama administration Neera Tanden
    02:14
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    Reflections on government regulation and industry innovation cooperation Carol Browner
    02:25
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    Educating the public on ACA benefits like smoking cessation coverage Regina Benjamin
    01:10
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    President Obama's personal interaction regarding a favorite song question Melanie Bahnke
    01:26
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    Involvement in school garden networks after visiting the White House Garden Sarah Holway
    02:45
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    Reflections on the Democratic platform committee's debate on marijuana policy Carol Browner
    01:55
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    Comparing state and federal government responsiveness to local issues Joe Del Bosque
    01:19
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    Connection between the Copenhagen and Paris climate negotiations Heather Zichal
    03:36
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    Reflections on healthcare reform discussions during the 2008 Obama campaign Nancy-Ann DeParle
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    Involvement in the Boston Harbor cleanup and reflections on environmental persistence Gina McCarthy
    03:05
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    Joining the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and reflections on philanthropy's role Sylvia Burwell
    02:41
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    Obama's reaction to a climate policy proposal and the Georgetown speech incident Heather Zichal
    02:29
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    Establishing the Interagency Climate Change Adaptation Task Force in 2009 Nancy Sutley
    03:00
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    Appointment as senior advisor for stakeholder engagement at CMMI Nancy Nielsen
    02:55
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    Prioritizing open data, IT investment governance, and electronic health records in the administration Aneesh Chopra
    04:37
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    Reflections on filibuster reform efforts Tom Harkin
    05:29
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    Impact of 2009 protests on healthcare legislation and perceptions of President Obama Kathleen Sebelius
    03:25
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    Process of being considered for a nomination in the Obama administration Regina Benjamin
    02:34
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    SEIU's early endorsement and support for Obama's 2004 Senate campaign Andrew Stern
    02:45
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    Transition from supporting Hillary Clinton to joining the Obama campaign Nancy Sutley
    02:17
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    Coauthoring an op-ed on environmental health and underserved populations with EPA Administrator Jackson Kathleen Sebelius
    04:00
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    Comparing visits to Tibet and Xinjiang and the value of local interactions Max Baucus
    02:48
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    Witnessing election night celebrations at Fourteenth and U Street in DC Sarah Holway
    02:40
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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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    Impact of federal budget concerns on Española's economy and recovery Robert Trapp
    02:45
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    Involvement in briefing 2008 presidential candidates on US healthcare costs Bob Kocher
    01:04
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    Transition from individual legal work to policy-making and law implementation Carol Browner
    01:54
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    Experiencing technical issues during the healthcare enrollment process John Mier
    02:36
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    Challenges and Recovery Act's role in addressing Superfund site cleanups Nancy Sutley
    03:09
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    Collaboration with Massachusetts politicians on environmental protection efforts Gina McCarthy
    02:59
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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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    EPA's endangerment finding for greenhouse gases before the Copenhagen Summit Lisa Jackson
    05:27
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    Decision to attend law school and experiences at Georgetown University Sandra Fluke
    04:34
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    Personal background and motivation for pursuing a career in politics Neera Tanden
    05:16
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    Delay in Senate legislation due to focus on healthcare bill Tom Harkin
    02:05
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    Reflecting on the role of grassroots efforts in ACA passage and implementation Max Baucus
    02:33
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    Staying connected with the public and assessing policy impact during the Obama administration Heather Zichal
    03:38
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    Surgeon General's role in elevating public health issues like breastfeeding Regina Benjamin
    02:30
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    Challenges of climate change for Alaska Native communities and cultural preservation Melanie Bahnke
    04:11
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    Discussion on value-added tax for healthcare financing Zeke Emanuel
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    Consideration of displaying a gifted teepee at the Obama Presidential Center Art and Helen Tanderup
    01:07
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    Concerns about the banking sector's impact on small businesses during economic turmoil Sylvia Burwell
    02:48
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    Pride in galvanizing the school garden movement with DC Greens and its evolution toward policy and food as medicine Sarah Holway
    05:44
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    Economic and social changes in the newspaper's service area over time Robert Trapp
    03:31
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    Cherishing moments with a loved one during illness and moments of optimism Connie Anderson
    03:52
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    Evolving definitions of clean energy during the Obama administration's tenure Nancy Sutley
    02:48
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    Role as a spokesperson for agriculture and rural issues in California's San Joaquin Valley Joe Del Bosque
    02:59
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    Challenges of communicating healthcare reform complexity to the public Kathleen Sebelius
    04:13
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    Discussions on Medicaid expansion with Zeke Emanuel and state pushback Nancy Nielsen
    02:29
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    Obama's reaction to the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:52
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    Reflections on the challenges and shortcomings of a surgical tech program Destiny Blackmon
    02:34
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    Advocating for pregnant women in prison during law school Carol Browner
    03:56
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    Adjusting to media engagement as a farmer and rancher Art and Helen Tanderup
    03:37
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    Educating Secretary Vilsack on specialty crops and California farmers' focus on water issues Joe Del Bosque
    02:50
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    Influence of Alan S. Blinder's book and mentorship on economic policy approach Peter Orszag
    04:34
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    Differences between government and youth priorities on environmental policy and activism Courtney Hight
    04:23
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    Preparation and concerns for the King v. Burwell Supreme Court case Don Verrilli
    06:42
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    President Obama's speech on healthcare as a social justice issue and international perspectives Kathleen Sebelius
    02:26
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    Interactions with Chinese officials during ambassadorship Max Baucus
    02:39
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    Working with Vice President Biden on the Better Buildings Challenge and economic opportunities in clean energy Nancy Sutley
    02:13
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    Creation and impact of HealthCare.gov before the 2013 issues Aneesh Chopra
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