Interviews - Obama Presidency Oral History
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Testifying before the Senate Armed Services Committee as a subject-matter expert on women veterans BriGette McCoy04:30
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Veteran insights on health of the force and veteran's organizations meetings Chuck Hagel02:50
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Addressing the needs of a changing veteran population and modernizing VA services David Shulkin07:41
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President Obama's expectations for VA reform and the high-performance organization model Robert McDonald03:39
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Reflections on the significance of the Joining Forces initiative and the role of the First Lady Denis McDonough04:50
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Influence of military health concerns on current role as Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough03:38
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Differences in VA leadership selection process between 2010 and 2014 David Shulkin02:14
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Reflections on serving in the Obama and Trump administrations David Shulkin03:05
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Desire to make a difference through service and improving lives from military to CEO of Proctor & Gamble Robert McDonald02:49
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Morale and culture at the VA during the tenure of the undersecretary David Shulkin03:25
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Reflections on President Obama's leadership and personal approach with service members Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes02:52
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Bipartisan support and strategy for transforming the VA with congressional collaboration Robert McDonald03:40
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Federal efforts to address homeless veterans during the Obama administration Diane Johnson02:07
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Vice President Biden's respect for American service members and personal connection to the military Shailagh Murray06:35
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Michelle Obama's engagement with military personnel and focus on mental health Melissa Winter02:30
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Evolution of mental health support for drone program operators in the Air Force Heather Linebaugh05:47
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Michelle Obama's realization of military spouses' challenges leading to Joining Forces initiative Katie McCormick Lelyveld03:23
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Progress in reducing homelessness at HUD and the Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness Shaun Donovan01:25
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Addressing racial disparities in military leadership and the importance of diversity Earl Smith03:52
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Involvement in the development of Joining Forces and its strategic planning Tina Tchen02:11
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Reflections on leaving the Defense Department and becoming Secretary of Defense Ash Carter01:24
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Speechwriting for the Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness event Tyler Lechtenberg04:48
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Challenges in writing speeches for Memorial Day and commencements Sarada Peri02:31
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Challenges of reporting on VA healthcare system issues and political dynamics Rob Nabors07:40
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Addressing biases and management issues in FEMA's hiring process Craig Fugate04:58
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Leadership challenges and decision-making at the Veterans Health Administration David Shulkin02:20
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Addressing military sexual assault and avoiding undue command influence Tina Tchen03:03
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Improving VA's electronic medical records and decision-making as secretary David Shulkin04:06
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Assessment of the Obama administration's efforts on veteran issues and the need for women veteran programs Ginger Miller04:37
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Reflections on the challenges and impact of advocating for women veterans Ginger Miller01:02
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Veteran's reflections on potential Agent Orange exposure and grandchild's health Earl Smith02:40
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Efforts to reform state licensing requirements for military spouses Sarah Hurwitz01:55
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Navigating the controversy over granting full-practice authority to nurses at the VA David Shulkin05:20
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Advocacy for military families' health and wellness within the Obama administration Jocelyn Frye05:08
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Convincing her mother to sign enlistment papers and overcoming opposition to join the military BriGette McCoy04:05
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Coordination of veteran homelessness initiatives across federal agencies and local governments Matthew Doherty05:31
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Interactions with military agencies regarding a report on domestic terrorism threats Daryl Johnson03:14
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Reflections on working with President Obama and contributions to the Pentagon Robert Gates03:28
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Reflections on Joining Forces and the impact of the Obama administration on veterans and military spouses Ginger Miller06:24
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Description and personal significance of Vietnam War combat patches Earl Smith03:13
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Securing a White House meeting to discuss women veterans' issues with Women Veterans Interactive Ginger Miller03:38
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Visiting the White House as a wounded warrior and meeting President Obama Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes01:28
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Assessing the potential for implementing change in a new position David Shulkin01:19
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Societal recognition and gratitude for military and frontline workers compared to Vietnam era Earl Smith02:39
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Decision to donate brain for CTE research and meeting with Ann McKee Robert McDonald02:41
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Reflections on sharing experiences of military sexual trauma during testimony BriGette McCoy06:48
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Accomplishments and policies focused on during the final months at the Defense Department Chuck Hagel05:06
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Establishment of comprehensive support facilities for Special Operations families William McRaven02:36
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Diplomatic efforts in Afghanistan and the influence of past war experiences on policy decisions John Kerry05:49
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Reflections on being honored by the President of Afghanistan and the Defense Secretary Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes03:31
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Convening authority and collaboration with NFL on brain injuries Robert McDonald02:48
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Reflections on the 2008 presidential election and candidate Obama's approach to veterans' issues BriGette McCoy05:48
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Implementing private sector strategies in the VA and overcoming initial tensions Robert McDonald04:33
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Discussion on the shared responsibility for troops with President Obama Robert Gates02:01
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Valuing substantive discussions with senators during the nomination process David Shulkin02:23
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Learning about advocacy and the importance of integrity in politics during the Obama years Ginger Miller08:11
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Vietnam veteran's experience and struggles after returning home Earl Smith02:36
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Attending a White House Halloween event and reflections on President Obama's visits to Walter Reed Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes03:14
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Addressing the diverse needs of veterans from different conflicts as Secretary of VA Robert McDonald04:10
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Recovery and first steps at Walter Reed after an injury Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes04:32
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Receiving recognition and attending a Pentagon reception after a mission Rick Jordan02:19
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First impressions and adapting to military life during deployment Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes02:04
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Joining Forces initiative's impact on veteran employment and military family support Tina Tchen06:08
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Engagement with VSOs and representing veterans' interests in the Obama administration David Shulkin04:51
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Reflections on President Obama's personal encounters with individuals affected by his decisions Terry Szuplat04:35
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Collaboration with Dr. Biden on military family support initiatives Sarah Hurwitz01:15
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Discussion on representation of women veterans in the administration's events Ginger Miller02:55
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Advocacy for removing MST cases from the military chain of command and stopping military rapists BriGette McCoy04:38
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Creating a sustainable VA: overall vision, funding approach, and governance structure proposals David Shulkin06:28
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Joining Forces initiative pillars: jobs, education, wellbeing, and cultural change for military families Tina Tchen08:31
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Evolving relationship with the US military during tenure and coordination in Haiti earthquake response Rajiv Shah05:34
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Addressing veteran homelessness and developing a master plan for VA land in Los Angeles Robert McDonald05:16
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Journey from homelessness to advocating for veterans and their families Ginger Miller06:50
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Connecting with troops as Secretary of Defense and the impact of personal actions Robert Gates12:39
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Efforts to increase VA budgets through congressional hearings Robert McDonald03:31
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Establishing Women Veteran Social Justice as a nonprofit organization BriGette McCoy02:06
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Recruitment and retention challenges for the Cape Ray mission Rick Jordan02:35
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Creation of the Office of Strategic Partnerships at the VA and its impact Robert McDonald02:55
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Reassessing US military strategy and purpose in Afghanistan Chuck Hagel04:21
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Discrepancies between authorization and appropriations committees on Blue Water Navy benefits Robert McDonald02:18
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Writing speeches for recurring events and finding new angles Sarada Peri04:32
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Reflections on transparency and war from a military career spanning Vietnam to the Obama administration Michael Mullen06:24
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Michelle Obama's authenticity and compassion in her initiatives as First Lady Jennifer Simon03:07
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Impact of the Choice Act on Veterans' healthcare during Obama administration David Shulkin02:17
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Formation and growth of a social group for women veterans dealing with sexual trauma BriGette McCoy01:25
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Efforts to change the culture at the VA during tenure as chief of staff Rob Nabors01:28
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Experiencing and challenging racism and sexism in the military BriGette McCoy03:18
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Obama's response to the rise in military sexual assaults and prioritization of the issue Chuck Hagel01:26
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Challenges of scaling initiatives and Joining Forces program launch events Tina Tchen06:00
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Addressing the veteran suicide crisis with same-day appointments and high-risk identification David Shulkin05:37
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Veteran's experience with PTSD and seeking care through the VA BriGette McCoy07:33
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Establishing the Veterans Experience Office and implementing human-centered design at the VA Robert McDonald01:26
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Challenges faced by women veterans in accessing VA services and benefits BriGette McCoy05:30
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Addressing veterans' issues and President Obama's visit to Phoenix Robert McDonald08:56
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Reflections on the diverse team and American identity at the US embassy in India Richard Verma03:51
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Navigating military skepticism and implementing spouse licensure reciprocity through Joining Forces initiative Tina Tchen09:15
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Reflections on the veteran mentality and the challenges of post-combat adjustment Robert McDonald07:37
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Reflections on military camaraderie and the impact of leadership during service Heather Linebaugh05:07
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Earl's personal salute to President Obama and their conversation Earl Smith03:18
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Obama's relationship with military leadership during policy changes Jeh Johnson03:11
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Addressing the military sexual assault crisis and the role of the chairman vs. Secretary Hagel Martin Dempsey05:20
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Initial White House visit and meetings before accepting a role in veteran affairs Robert McDonald04:37
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Interaction with President Obama and First Lady on veteran homelessness initiative Matthew Doherty02:40
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Addressing the VHA wait-time crisis with private sector experience David Shulkin03:15
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Efforts to combat sexual assault in the military and promote women's roles during the Obama administration Tina Tchen18:13
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Supporting Obama's campaign as a credible military endorser and addressing misconceptions Scott Gration04:03
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History and evolution of containerization and the Ready Reserve Fleet Rick Jordan03:55
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Debate on VA privatization and the importance of keeping it public Robert McDonald04:53
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Reflections on the stark realities of military service Chelsea Manning02:21
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Experience with White House security and attending an event with First Lady Michelle Obama Ginger Miller02:16
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Handling accusations and misunderstandings in political interactions Robert McDonald03:14
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Reforming the VA: initiatives to improve appointment scheduling and expand healthcare access David Shulkin04:31
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Reflections on the lack of questioning in financial risk assessment pre-crisis and reforms at the Fed Dan Tarullo08:30
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Pride in crafting President Obama's Memorial Day and D-Day commemorative speeches Cody Keenan02:07
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President Obama's personal interaction with an injured individual Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes02:42
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Neglect of veterans' care in favor of defense spending and recruitment priorities Chelsea Manning03:49
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Veteran's transition to civilian life after Vietnam War service Earl Smith01:09
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Collaboration with Joining Forces and its impact on veterans' issues Robert McDonald02:41
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Evaluating candidate Obama's message and background during the 2007-2008 campaign BriGette McCoy04:26
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Higher education cost reforms and veterans' unemployment initiatives during the Obama administration Danielle Gray03:06
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Support from family and sense of duty during military deployment Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes02:59
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Legislative changes and the impact on for-profit colleges and student debt Tom Harkin10:48
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Translating veteran homelessness strategies to address youth homelessness Matthew Doherty03:12
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Michelle Obama's connection with military families and personal relatability Alan Fitts04:35
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Learning about political advocacy through personal experiences and representing women veterans BriGette McCoy06:42
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Surprise at ROTC becoming an issue during the 2008 Columbia presidential forum Lee Bollinger02:14
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Challenges of implementing the Veterans' Access to Care Act in the VA system Rob Nabors02:54
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Issues faced by women veterans in the 2011 claims adjudication process BriGette McCoy06:53
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John Kerry's congressional testimony and Chuck Hagel's significance to enlisted personnel Earl Smith01:00
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Feeling compelled to share a military patch with Senator Obama Earl Smith02:34
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Joining Forces initiative and collaboration with Home Base to support veterans and military families Robert McDonald04:45
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Utilizing coordinated entry and assessment processes to prioritize services for veterans Matthew Doherty03:35
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Inspiring cultural and innovative change within government agencies Maya Shankar02:35
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Impact of deployment on views of the military and the Iraq War Chelsea Manning06:12
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Managing high call volumes as Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald03:03
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Initial weeks as head of the Veterans Health Administration David Shulkin01:27
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Impact of Joint Chiefs' leadership on military attitudes towards LGBTQ service members Leon Panetta04:54
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Incorporating survivor voices into military sexual abuse policy changes Chuck Hagel02:57
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Dr. Biden and Mrs. Obama's work on Joining Forces and military spouse issues Lauren Vrazilek02:30
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Impact of reporting sexual harassment on military career trajectory BriGette McCoy06:57
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Support for veterans' programs and the military-civilian divide in the Obama administration Bro Adams03:40
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Reflections on writing President Obama's first speech at the Naval Academy Terry Szuplat04:44
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Reflections on election night 2008 as a homeless veteran and hopes for change BriGette McCoy03:21
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Discussions on publishing VA wait times and the administration's hesitance David Shulkin04:40
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Speculation on Obama's perspective as a wartime president and pivotal moments Jon Favreau02:44
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Reflections on military deployment and its impact on career choices Mark Lippert03:34
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Rehabilitation experience and pursuit of independence at Walter Reed Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes06:35
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Handling of the DHS memo on right-wing extremism and its impact on veterans Janet Napolitano03:34
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Governors' reluctance to fully implement social programs due to political priorities Tom Vilsack03:32
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Relationship between the Merchant Marine and the Navy Rick Jordan01:11
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Adjusting to life after prison and the challenges of reintegration Norman Brown04:57
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Reflections on conversation with Secretary McDonald about VA leadership David Shulkin02:22
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Collaboration with NASDVA and advancements in exoskeleton research for veterans Robert McDonald04:28
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Testifying on veteran issues and advocating for diversity on panels BriGette McCoy03:09
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Outreach strategies for connecting women veterans through Women Veterans Interactive Ginger Miller06:53
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Engaging veteran communities and navigating political discussions on social media BriGette McCoy03:27
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Impact of the Obama election on a veteran's personal situation and VA claims process BriGette McCoy04:04
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First Lady's development of the Joining Forces initiative for military families Jocelyn Frye13:38
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Understanding PTSD and Agent Orange's impact on veterans through personal connections Robert McDonald02:51
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Receiving the White House Champion of Change honor for work with women veterans Ginger Miller04:30
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Expanding support for women veterans through organic program development at Women Veterans Interactive Ginger Miller05:13
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Challenges faced by the VA in meeting the needs of an aging veteran population Robert McDonald06:55
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Engagement with military leaders for Joining Forces initiative and leveraging Let's Move! Andrea Mokros01:23
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Experience with the Senate confirmation process and interactions with the Department of Veterans Affairs David Shulkin05:35
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Advocacy for addressing military sexual trauma and cultural change within veteran organizations BriGette McCoy07:52
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Joining Forces initiative and intervention in military pay and VA claims process issues Tina Tchen09:45
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Challenges of adapting VA healthcare for changing demographics and needs of veterans Rob Nabors09:01
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Contacts and process for a federal appointment in 2014 David Shulkin03:34
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Challenges and cultural changes in the VA under Secretary Bob's leadership Robert McDonald05:36
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Advocacy for women veterans and the growth of Women Veterans Interactive Ginger Miller04:04
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Career reflections of a combat pilot and experiences in the US Air Force Scott Gration04:31
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Defining success in the Mayors Challenge to end veteran homelessness Matthew Doherty03:22
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First Lady Michelle Obama's support for veterans and Joining Forces initiative Robert McDonald02:05
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Experiences and interactions with fellow servicemembers while serving in the military and administration Mark Lippert03:41
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Origins of Joining Forces initiative and Michelle Obama's collaboration with Jill Biden Susan Sher01:13
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Recruitment process for a leadership role at the Department of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald03:06
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Reasons for being selected by Obama for a position in the administration Chuck Hagel02:59
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Collaboration on the 25 Cities Initiative to address veteran homelessness Matthew Doherty03:04
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Addressing invisible injuries and the establishment of the Brain Trust Summit at Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald04:24
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Improving VA clinics through human-centered design and customer experience mapping Robert McDonald02:03
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Obama's visits to Walter Reed and his personal connection to individuals Pete Rouse04:01
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Experience with the HUD-VASH housing program and its challenges BriGette McCoy03:23
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Military leadership's perspective on social changes and diversity in the Armed Forces under President Obama Martin Dempsey08:14
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Support and resilience during recovery from war injuries Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes06:04
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Adoption and impact of the Housing First approach and HUD-VASH vouchers in combating veteran homelessness Robert McDonald02:24
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Learning the scope of the Pentagon's operations and its power dynamics Mark Lippert03:19
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Effectiveness of the Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program Shaun Donovan05:45
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Reflecting on the fifth anniversary of Joining Forces and media strategy success Lauren Vrazilek05:41
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Transition to DC and immediate start as undersecretary of the VA without family David Shulkin02:39
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Challenges and considerations in integrating VA healthcare with private sector services Robert McDonald06:16
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Reactions from family, friends, and colleagues to military sexual trauma testimony BriGette McCoy04:17
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Transitioning from military service to civilian life and the struggle with anger and identity BriGette McCoy04:26
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Evolving veterans services and addressing the needs of women veterans Ginger Miller02:25
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Initial issue areas for Michelle Obama: children's health, work-family balance, and military families Jocelyn Frye03:29
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Reflections on Obama's presidency and visiting the White House for veterans' homelessness achievement Libby Garvey03:18
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Navigating the VA disability claim process after medical discharge Ginger Miller02:41
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Addressing veteran suicide rates and the implementation of the Clay Hunt Act Robert McDonald05:08
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Involvement of First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden in the Joining Forces initiative Andrea Mokros03:52
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Impact of National Bird documentary on public perception of drone warfare Heather Linebaugh05:18
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Challenges faced by the Pentagon during the 2013 government shutdown Mark Lippert07:34
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Achieving same-day care for veterans at VA medical centers Robert McDonald02:58
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Expansion of NEA's arts programs for the military and veterans Jane Chu04:33
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Impact of marriage on military service and personal growth Chelsea and Jeremy Haynes03:46
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Organizing the first White House Summit on Community Colleges with Dr. Jill Biden Martha Kanter01:27
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Recruitment strategies and the impact of a 60 Minutes segment on VA hiring Robert McDonald04:45
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Approach to sharing her story and the impact of Women Veterans Interactive Ginger Miller08:04
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Reflecting on the personal risks and impacts of speaking out on military sexual trauma BriGette McCoy04:19
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Advocacy for homeless veterans and founding of John 14:2, Inc Ginger Miller05:21
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Reflections on advocating for women's healthcare and the impact of the Obama family's representation BriGette McCoy06:25
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Transition from military to civilian life after reporting sexual harassment and facing discharge BriGette McCoy09:05
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Participation in healthcare forums during the summer of 2009 and encountering public resistance Kathleen Sebelius05:16
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Efforts to address youth homelessness and the political challenges of scaling up investments Matthew Doherty02:07
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Implementation of the Housing First strategy to address homelessness Robert McDonald03:09
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Translating real-life veteran experiences into policy priorities as undersecretary David Shulkin04:32
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Addressing sexual assault in the military and establishing accountability Chuck Hagel03:21
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First Lady's involvement in the Joining Forces initiative and military spouse challenges Melissa Winter05:34
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Supporting military families through interagency collaboration and education initiatives Eric Waldo03:00
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First Lady's inspirational role in addressing veteran homelessness Matthew Doherty02:57
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Coordinating the response to the Department of Veterans Affairs issues in 2014 Rob Nabors04:02
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