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    Gap years working at Sanctuary for Families and a wine bar before Georgetown Law Sandra Fluke
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    Comparing current social unrest to the late 1960s turmoil Kathleen Sebelius
    04:41
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    Discussion on healthcare reform priorities during the Obama transition team meetings Jeanne Lambrew
    02:35
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    Engagement with the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Nancy-Ann DeParle
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    Collaboration with MHAP and expanding ACA navigation in Mississippi Michael Minor
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    Challenges faced by states in adopting Medicaid expansion Kathleen Sebelius
    02:44
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    Perceptions of Donald Trump during the birtherism controversy Nancy-Ann DeParle
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    Overview of the Office of Air and Radiation's responsibilities and programs Gina McCarthy
    02:00
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    Receiving a call from the White House about a letter to President Obama John Mier
    02:51
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    Experience at President Obama's inauguration and the Purple Gate incident Courtney Hight
    02:04
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    Receiving the MacArthur Fellowship and its personal impact Kate Orff
    05:52
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    Efforts to increase diversity in EPA staff and leadership Lisa Jackson
    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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    Impact of the White House Office of Energy and Climate Policy on CEQ's role Nancy Sutley
    05:55
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    International partnerships and preparedness for pandemics, including Ebola and COVID-19 vaccine efforts Sylvia Burwell
    04:32
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    Early use of social media and its challenges in the Obama administration Nancy-Ann DeParle
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    Reflections on 2008 presidential candidates' approach to health care reform Nancy Nielsen
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    Decision-making process for using reconciliation in legislation Max Baucus
    01:29
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    Observations of the financial crisis impact on community college students and views on health insurance policy Art and Helen Tanderup
    01:25
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    BlueGreen Alliance partnership with Ernie Moniz on climate and job transition strategies Richard Trumka
    02:25
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    Interactions with the Obama administration on healthcare reform and ACA implementation challenges Max Baucus
    05:02
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    Journey from Mumbai engineer to ARPA-E founding director and DOE involvement Arun Majumdar
    07:02
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    Deputy Chief of Staff's experience working with President Obama during the 2012 reelection campaign Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:35
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    Addressing energy issues in low-income communities during the Obama administration Arun Majumdar
    01:24
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    Reflecting on disagreements with and respect of Larry Summers Steven Chu
    02:20
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    Views on term limits and personal reasons for leaving office Andrew Stern
    02:47
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    Advice for a new administration on addressing COVID, economic crisis, and structural racism Richard Trumka
    01:13
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    Deciding whether to run for reelection or become ambassador to China Max Baucus
    02:30
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    Transition from AMA House Speaker to President-Elect and the shift in roles Nancy Nielsen
    01:29
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    Impact of the 2008 financial crisis on the campaign's climate and energy strategy Heather Zichal
    02:25
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    Formation and impact of the BlueGreen Alliance on labor and environmental movements Frances Beinecke
    03:03
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    Reflections on visiting the Deepwater Horizon oil spill site and its impact on local industries Frances Beinecke
    08:51
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    Challenges faced by President Obama when confronted by campaign staff on issues Courtney Hight
    03:53
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    Reflections on the impact of community and support during high school years Sylvia Burwell
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    Challenges and Recovery Act's role in addressing Superfund site cleanups Nancy Sutley
    03:09
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    Influence of anti-war activists on union leadership and political strategies Andrew Stern
    02:40
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    Reflections on the long-term impact of healthcare reform efforts Elizabeth Fowler
    02:23
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    Reflections on the significance of the Copenhagen climate summit for the Paris Agreement Nancy Sutley
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    Post-Paris Agreement climate movement growth and the rise of student activism Bill McKibben
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    Federal government's response and aims for New Orleans post-Katrina and Deepwater Horizon events Nancy Sutley
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    Transition from HHS to NEC role in Affordable Care Act implementation Elizabeth Fowler
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    Joining the Obama 2008 presidential campaign and addressing energy issues Heather Zichal
    03:29
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    Experiencing technical issues during the healthcare enrollment process John Mier
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    Role and motivations for joining the Energy Action Coalition as Executive Director Courtney Hight
    01:22
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    Planning for the next interview session and reflecting on the US-China joint statement on climate change Todd Stern
    02:30
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    Challenges of coordinating national smart grid projects and renewable energy transmission Carol Browner
    02:55
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    Reflections on government organization and regulatory challenges post-Deepwater accident Carol Browner
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    Surgeon General's role in elevating public health issues like breastfeeding Regina Benjamin
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    Experience in global healthcare systems and their influence on American healthcare policy thinking Bob Kocher
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    Impact of protests on policy deliberations: Keystone XL pipeline case Nancy Sutley
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    Obama's engagement with the AMA to support the Affordable Care Act Bob Kocher
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    Early US-China climate change discussions and the path to the 2014 joint agreement Todd Stern
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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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    Involvement in state-secrets policy discussions and meetings with President Obama Don Verrilli
    03:33
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    Influence of CAP's ideas on the Obama White House and the process of policy development Neera Tanden
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    Reflections on government regulation and industry innovation cooperation Carol Browner
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    Promoting diversity in the clean-energy sector and green jobs for women Nancy Sutley
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    Health insurance challenges before the Affordable Care Act regarding preexisting conditions Kathleen Sebelius
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    Experience transitioning from legislative to executive branch work on climate and energy policy Heather Zichal
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    Influence of Catholic upbringing and education on personal beliefs and college choice Kathleen Sebelius
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    Initial reactions to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill Heather Zichal
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    Impact of the recession on auto repair business customer spending habits Jim Houser
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    Reflections on the lack of a central ACA implementation leader after HealthCare.gov rollout Elizabeth Fowler
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    Career path divergence from family newspaper business to finance Robert Trapp
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    Understanding the role and scope of executive orders in the Obama administration Carol Browner
    02:40
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    Negotiating the China climate agreement and the role of HFCs in US-China environmental diplomacy Todd Stern
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    Coordination with WHO and handling Ebola crisis challenges Sylvia Burwell
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    Creation of Partnership for a Healthier America and the role of the First Lady Bob Kocher
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    Exploring the relationship between the labor and environmental movements during the Obama administration Richard Trumka
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    Educating the public on ACA benefits like smoking cessation coverage Regina Benjamin
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    Reflections on the impact of working in various government roles and Obama's unique influence Courtney Hight
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    Federal agencies leading in climate change adaptation efforts in 2009 Nancy Sutley
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    Reflection on Planned Parenthood's mention in the 2012 presidential debates Cecile Richards
    03:23
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    HHS response to H1N1 pandemic and coordination with science and logistics Kathleen Sebelius
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    Preparation for potential Supreme Court ruling against the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate Jeanne Lambrew
    02:45
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    Transition from Charleston to DC and reflections on the Obama election's impact Sarah Holway
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    Transition from Obama administration to LA Department of Water and Power role Nancy Sutley
    03:29
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    Incorporating realistic projections in the federal budget for recurring costs Peter Orszag
    02:59
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    Advice for young people on entering federal service to impact climate change and conservation Christy Goldfuss
    02:02
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    President Obama's engagement with policy briefings and academic articles for healthcare reform Bob Kocher
    03:39
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    Influence of union endorsements during the Obama-Clinton primary race Andrew Stern
    02:27
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    Critique of the early Obama administration's approach to economic inequality and bank bailouts Richard Trumka
    02:25
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    Experience as an electoral campaign organizer in New Hampshire Courtney Hight
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    Impact of federal budget concerns on Española's economy and recovery Robert Trapp
    02:45
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    Collaboration with Secretary Kerry on climate diplomacy and fuel economy standards Heather Zichal
    01:21
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    Reflections on healthcare protests and public opinion during summer 2009 town halls Tom Harkin
    03:38
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    Challenges of interagency coordination on fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas regulations Carol Browner
    01:22
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    Evolution of environmental issues to include energy and climate considerations Carol Browner
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    Reflections on the Clinton health care reform and lessons for the Obama administration Nancy Nielsen
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    Implementation of carbon credit trading and greenhouse gas reduction in Connecticut Gina McCarthy
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    Relationship between the Recovery Act's green energy components and cap-and-trade legislation Frances Beinecke
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    Experience with Tennessee's healthcare system and insights on Medicaid expansion Nancy-Ann DeParle
    06:24
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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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    Early environmental activism and the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 Bill McKibben
    04:46
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    Perspective on the Reduce Unnecessary Spending Act of 2010 as a budget management tool Peter Orszag
    02:45
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    Focus on Medicaid and dual eligibles in healthcare reform efforts Kathleen Sebelius
    03:37
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    Challenges in Congress to passing immigration reform legislation Nancy-Ann DeParle
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    Impact of rising healthcare costs on employee decisions and business trade-offs Jim Houser
    04:36
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    Perceptions of representation in ACA negotiations from a small business perspective Robert Trapp
    02:59
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    Collaboration with unions and employers on healthcare reform efforts Andrew Stern
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    Participation in the White House Health Care Summit and views on cost containment vs. universal coverage Bob Kocher
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    Comparing visits to Tibet and Xinjiang and the value of local interactions Max Baucus
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    Anticipated and actual challenges during the confirmation process Don Verrilli
    06:28
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    US diplomacy's role in the Paris Agreement and the evolution of climate negotiations Todd Stern
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    Debate on the scope of the commission's report on the BP oil spill and national energy policy Frances Beinecke
    05:14
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    Coordinating multi-agency collaboration before Cabinet meetings Regina Benjamin
    01:17
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    Personal anecdotes about phone conversations with President Obama Sandra Fluke
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    Promoting farm-to-school experiences during Local Flavor Week Sarah Holway
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    Initial support for Hillary Clinton and eventual excitement for President Obama's election Michael Minor
    05:20
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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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    Shift from primary care physician-led treatment to managed care in medicine Elizabeth Fowler
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    Reaction to "death panels" claim during healthcare reform debate Elizabeth Fowler
    02:44
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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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    Appointment as Virginia's Secretary of Technology and focus on Electronic Health Records Aneesh Chopra
    02:29
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    Challenges of implementing the Essential Health Benefits under the Affordable Care Act Elizabeth Fowler
    02:58
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    Involvement of farmers and trade groups in developing the Trans-Pacific Partnership Joe Del Bosque
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    Transition from DOJ to White House Associate Counsel under Bob Bauer Don Verrilli
    02:31
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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 efforts to ensure the ACA's longevity through automation policy and regulatory changes Jeanne Lambrew
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    Involvement in negotiations with car companies during the Obama administration Lisa Jackson
    03:57
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    Role in the presidential task force on the auto industry rescue and fuel economy standards Heather Zichal
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    Discussion on taxing high-income earners and asset taxation Andrew Stern
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    White House staff's strategy for promoting apprenticeship programs without FOIA exposure Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:25
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    Strategies to secure Senate support for labor law changes Andrew Stern
    04:54
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    Challenges and successes of the Endangered Species Act and species conservation efforts Christy Goldfuss
    03:09
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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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    Influence of Organizing for America and advocacy strategies during Obama's presidency Andrew Stern
    04:45
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    Lessons from the Clinton healthcare reform experience for drafting new policy Elizabeth Fowler
    03:42
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    Proposed reforms for making healthcare more affordable and mandatory Robert Trapp
    03:22
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    Impact of health issues on families and the need for insurance reform Kathleen Sebelius
    04:31
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    Pre-administration collaboration with Tom Daschle and preparing for health reform Jeanne Lambrew
    01:20
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    Efforts and challenges in passing legislation through Congress before the Copenhagen Summit Frances Beinecke
    01:54
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    Misinformation and the "death panel" myth during healthcare reform debate Bob Kocher
    05:58
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    Preparation for President Obama's meeting with Alaska Native leaders Melanie Bahnke
    06:56
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    Impact of Obama's election on perceptions of racial limitations Destiny Blackmon
    03:02
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    Comparing the Affordable Care Act to the Civil Rights Act Kathleen Sebelius
    02:33
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    Linking bank bailouts to the rise of the Tea Party and Donald Trump's election Richard Trumka
    02:44
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    Challenges at HHS beyond ACA: Ebola response, child immigration crisis, and opioid epidemic Sylvia Burwell
    07:05
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    Impact of the financial crisis on business decisions and political engagement Jim Houser
    03:49
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    The importance of engaging with Congress and preparing for hearings as Secretary Sylvia Burwell
    02:31
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    Interaction with President Obama at a press event discussing small business and healthcare Jim Houser
    03:04
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    Impact of activism on personal life and farming operations Art and Helen Tanderup
    02:27
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    Addressing H1N1 vaccine resistance and media's role during the pandemic Kathleen Sebelius
    03:31
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    US-China relations: balancing economic interests and human rights concerns Max Baucus
    05:20
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    Impact of constituent letters on President Obama's healthcare reform efforts Jeanne Lambrew
    02:42
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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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    Reflections on the limits of presidential political capital in modern politics Carol Browner
    02:58
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    Impact of earmark restrictions on legislative gridlock and appropriations bills Tom Harkin
    03:35
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    Principles of employee loyalty and competitive distinction learned at a mechanics' co-op Jim Houser
    02:07
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    Engagement with local communities in Guam on non-governmental issues during the Obama administration Nancy Sutley
    02:54
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    Role of the CTO in advising on internet legislation and SOPA-PIPA debates within the Obama administration Aneesh Chopra
    01:12
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    Insurance industry's opposition to the Senate Finance Committee bill in fall 2009 Elizabeth Fowler
    02:35
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    Writing to President Obama as an outlet during a time of personal struggle Destiny Blackmon
    02:02
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    Appointment as deputy chief of staff for policy in the Obama administration Nancy-Ann DeParle
    07:37
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    Transition from legislative work to Secretary of the Environment and EPA involvement Carol Browner
    02:44
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    Translating between the Obama administration and China during diplomatic tenure Max Baucus
    05:42
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    Communicating the complexities of healthcare legislation and prevention focus Regina Benjamin
    02:57
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    Motivation to become politically active due to healthcare reform discussions in 2008 Jim Houser
    02:27
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    Reflections on not receiving a call from the White House for a vote Andrew Stern
    02:38
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    Impact of organized labor's decline on the US political landscape Tom Harkin
    02:44
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    Experience working on children and family policies in the Clinton administration Neera Tanden
    04:19
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    Evolution of the activist community during tenure in the Obama administration Carol Browner
    02:54
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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 the "keep your doctor" promise and its impact on the AMA membership Nancy Nielsen
    01:10
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    ARPA-E's approach to funding high-risk, high-reward scientific research projects Arun Majumdar
    05:32
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    Inclusion of existing power plants in carbon emission reduction strategy Frances Beinecke
    05:56
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    Establishment and function of the National Ocean Council during tenure at CEQ Nancy Sutley
    03:01
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    Background and early environmental appreciation growing up in Miami Carol Browner
    01:13
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    Cap-and-trade policy and emission reductions in the Clean Air Act and Clean Power Plan Frances Beinecke
    03:56
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    Early political memories and the influence of education on public service career Peter Orszag
    02:41
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    Coverage and success of the Affordable Care Act under Obama and Trump John Mier
    02:38
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    Decision to return to the Senate in 2008 for health reform efforts Elizabeth Fowler
    02:00
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    Reluctant leadership and advocacy in the National Medical Association Carolyn Britton
    05:14
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    Inviting President Obama to visit a farm via Twitter during the California drought Joe Del Bosque
    04:13
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    Obama's focus on revitalizing American manufacturing for the middle class Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:44
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    Public misconceptions about the ACA: medicaid vs. private insurance Michael Minor
    03:30
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    Experience at CMMI and insights into federal government operations Nancy Nielsen
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    Learning the importance of local voices and ground game in environmental organizing Frances Beinecke
    05:02
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    Path to joining the Obama administration through healthcare economics work at McKinsey Bob Kocher
    02:39
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    Assembling a team of scientists for the BP oil spill response Steven Chu
    07:58
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    Journey from EPA to White House and focus on climate change Gina McCarthy
    05:16
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    Tensions between national and state reproductive rights groups during ACA negotiations Cecile Richards
    02:21
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    Impact of the global financial crisis on Democratic climate change discourse Carol Browner
    02:47
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    Perception of science in climate change discussions during the 1980s and 1990s Carol Browner
    04:32
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    Building political power and successful union organizing models with ACORN organizers at SEIU Andrew Stern
    01:20
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    Investigation into for-profit colleges and federal student aid influence Tom Harkin
    04:50
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    Reflections on public testimony during healthcare reform listening sessions Zeke Emanuel
    02:47
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    Lessons from Kyoto Protocol negotiations for Obama-era climate strategy Todd Stern
    06:44
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    Transition from career civil servant to political appointee and family considerations Lisa Jackson
    03:21
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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 the commonality of human needs during the Strategic and Economic Dialogue Max Baucus
    03:36
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    Shift in President Obama's healthcare pitch from cost-saving to moral issue Max Baucus
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    Review and reform of drilling permit process after Deepwater Horizon spill Nancy Sutley
    03:17
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    Complexities in final negotiations of the Waxman-Markey bill and sectoral approach to legislation Carol Browner
    01:17
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    Balancing legislative priorities and political capital for cap and trade during Obama's first term Nancy Sutley
    03:15
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    Transition from broadcast journalism to environmental policy communication Christy Goldfuss
    02:17
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    Environmental justice challenges during President Obama's administration Christy Goldfuss
    02:40
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    Public support for healthcare reform at the start of the Obama administration Kathleen Sebelius
    01:18
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    Prospects of renewable energy and biofuels in the rural economy Tom Harkin
    03:44
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    EPA's approach to regulating drinking water contaminants and industry perspectives on regulation Carol Browner
    03:23
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    Challenges of engaging with labor leaders on broad economic issues Andrew Stern
    01:28
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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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    Navigating US-China relations and prioritizing American interests without clear direction Max Baucus
    02:42
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    Perceptions of US nuclear policy and North Korea during the Obama administration Max Baucus
    03:41
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    Perspective on the significance of organizing in the Obama campaign Andrew Stern
    03:44
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    Transition to college and cultural challenges faced by a student from a small community Melanie Bahnke
    02:08
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    Engagement with Chinese officials on commercial policy and market access Max Baucus
    02:43
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    New Mexico's dependency on oil and gas and the impact of federal policies on state revenue Robert Trapp
    02:29
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    President Obama's jokes about conspiracy theories at the 2011 dinner Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:30
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    Experiencing constituent interactions through travel with a member of Congress Arun Majumdar
    02:01
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    Composition and role of the Green Team in the Obama administration's Climate Action Plan Christy Goldfuss
    03:25
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    Coordinating the response to a crisis and avoiding an Obama administration "Katrina" Carol Browner
    02:30
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    Expansion of the National Park Service to include historical sites under Obama's presidency Christy Goldfuss
    03:49
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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 college courses and their lasting impact Sylvia Burwell
    01:08
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    Learning from fishermen about regional fisheries management and international impacts on fish stocks Nancy Sutley
    03:27
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    Concerns about the impact of pipeline construction on family farm soil and history Art and Helen Tanderup
    04:08
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    Oakhill Baptist Church's experience with the Federal Navigator Grant and ACA Michael Minor
    09:07
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    Reflections on the impact of work during the Obama administration Jeanne Lambrew
    02:17
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    Understanding the global interdependence of the food supply chain from a governor's perspective Kathleen Sebelius
    01:23
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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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    Reflection on not using a sectoral approach to energy and fossil fuel regulation Carol Browner
    02:46
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    Reflections on Hillary Clinton's healthcare reform efforts in the 1990s Max Baucus
    04:36
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    Participation in the US-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue and concerns about US deficit spending Peter Orszag
    02:24
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    Early life and family background of an Indian American immigrant's son Aneesh Chopra
    02:49
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    Role and challenges of the Office of Consumer Information and Oversight in ACA implementation Elizabeth Fowler
    04:57
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    Preparations for housing a carbon exchange system at EPA under potential cap-and-trade legislation Lisa Jackson
    02:27
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    Use of a constituent's letter in President Obama's speech John Mier
    03:31
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    Collaboration with Massachusetts politicians on environmental protection efforts Gina McCarthy
    02:59
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    Surgeon General's role in legislative negotiations and White House expectations Regina Benjamin
    02:37
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    Shift in focus to population health with the advent of managed care and EMRs Nancy Nielsen
    01:16
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    Involvement in President Obama's 2012 reelection campaign and speaking at the DNC Sandra Fluke
    03:49
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    Discussion on healthcare reform's impact on women's equality Kathleen Sebelius
    04:49
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    Preparation and emotions before meeting President Obama at a state fair Melanie Bahnke
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    Balancing work and family during the debt limit negotiations Nancy-Ann DeParle
    05:56
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    Reflections on President Obama's legacy and enduring criticism Destiny Blackmon
    06:46
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    Efforts to unify diverse stakeholders in conservation initiatives Nancy Sutley
    02:03
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    EPA's strategy for regulating greenhouse gas emissions from power plants Carol Browner
    02:59
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