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    Tensions within the Democratic caucus over the public option in summer 2009 Kathleen Sebelius
    03:45
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    Reflections on President Obama's commitment to healthcare reform Zeke Emanuel
    04:43
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    Post-meeting interaction with President Obama and a personal question about his favorite song Melanie Bahnke
    01:05
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    Incorporating realistic projections in the federal budget for recurring costs Peter Orszag
    02:59
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    Perspectives on the ambition of Obama's early agenda and the exclusion of EFCA Andrew Stern
    01:16
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    Lessons from Fukushima disaster applied to hurricane preparedness discussions Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:43
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    Exploring the relationship between the labor and environmental movements during the Obama administration Richard Trumka
    02:23
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    Career path divergence from family newspaper business to finance Robert Trapp
    01:17
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    Perceptions of representation in ACA negotiations from a small business perspective Robert Trapp
    02:59
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    Reflecting on the communication strategy for healthcare reform Peter Orszag
    01:26
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    Impact of President Obama's debate mention on Planned Parenthood services Cecile Richards
    02:46
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    USDA efforts to support beginning farmers and ranchers and the challenge of water access Joe Del Bosque
    02:59
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    Lessons from the Clinton healthcare reform experience for drafting new policy Elizabeth Fowler
    03:42
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    Applying Virginia's governance model to the Obama administration and the CTO role proposal Aneesh Chopra
    05:32
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    Reflections on leaving the EPA and the legacy of environmental advocacy Lisa Jackson
    05:43
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    Discussions on Medicaid expansion with Zeke Emanuel and state pushback Nancy Nielsen
    02:29
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    President Obama's involvement in the Every Kid in a Park program events Christy Goldfuss
    01:01
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    Influence of Trinity professors and internships on views of government and politics Kathleen Sebelius
    01:15
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    Organizing the global climate movement with 350.org and the significance of the number 350 Bill McKibben
    06:01
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    Discussion on campaign finance reform and strengthening participatory democracy Carol Browner
    02:27
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    Influential figures in understanding government during college and law school Carol Browner
    01:12
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    Negotiating the Affordable Care Act without the health insurance industry cooperation Elizabeth Fowler
    01:12
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    Discussion on healthcare reform priorities during the Obama transition team meetings Jeanne Lambrew
    02:35
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    First encounter with President-elect Obama during economic transition meetings Bob Kocher
    02:00
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    Efforts to maintain bipartisan support during early legislative processes in 2009 Max Baucus
    01:13
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    Disparities in internet connectivity and the challenges of the "last mile" Robert Trapp
    01:22
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    Coordinating the response to the oil spill and key decisions made Carol Browner
    04:23
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    Representing the US at the Women's World Cup in Germany and personal memories Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:13
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    Subsidy eligibility controversy and legal challenges to the Affordable Care Act Elizabeth Fowler
    02:15
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    Balancing work, family, and personal activities in a typical week Melanie Bahnke
    03:24
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    Obama's determination and decision-making process during healthcare policy discussions Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:46
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    Discussion on the possibility of a second stimulus and climate change efforts Carol Browner
    02:44
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    Involvement in briefing 2008 presidential candidates on US healthcare costs Bob Kocher
    01:04
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    Impact of presidential administrations on the EPA's stability and science-based policies Gina McCarthy
    05:41
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    Disappointment in failing to resolve California water issues and protect the Grand Canyon Christy Goldfuss
    04:42
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    Coordination with advance team for event location selection and secrecy measures Joe Del Bosque
    04:48
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    Discussion on various versions of the public option in 2009 health care reform Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:20
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    Reflection on early experiences with racism and its impact on advocacy Richard Trumka
    05:41
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    Reflections on healthcare system and climate change impacts Steven Chu
    02:32
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    Consensus building for a uniquely American health care solution Max Baucus
    03:31
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    Challenges of managing the Deepwater Horizon oil spill with limited data Arun Majumdar
    04:03
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    Transition from broadcast journalism to environmental policy communication Christy Goldfuss
    02:17
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    Tribal comanagement of Bears Ears National Monument and future plans Christy Goldfuss
    03:41
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    The importance of engaging with Congress and preparing for hearings as Secretary Sylvia Burwell
    02:31
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    Reaction to the potential loss of the Massachusetts Senate seat and its impact on ACA passage Neera Tanden
    05:56
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    Negotiating the China climate agreement and the role of HFCs in US-China environmental diplomacy Todd Stern
    11:47
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    Shift in public conversation on healthcare reform during summer 2009 town halls Elizabeth Fowler
    02:14
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    Negotiation dynamics and deal-making in legislative processes Max Baucus
    02:59
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    Challenges of outreach to rural America and the impact of political polarization during Obama's tenure Lisa Jackson
    03:12
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    Investigation into for-profit colleges and federal student aid influence Tom Harkin
    04:50
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    Misconceptions about eligibility for new healthcare coverage John Mier
    03:00
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    Preparation for ARPA-E leadership confirmation process Arun Majumdar
    02:33
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    Career path from Morgan Stanley to Secretary of Technology in Virginia Aneesh Chopra
    03:40
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    Impact of involvement in healthcare reform and ACA on local reputation in Portland Jim Houser
    02:44
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    Receiving a call from the White House about a letter sent to President Obama Robert Trapp
    01:16
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    Influential high school experiences and aspirations to intern in Washington D.C Aneesh Chopra
    04:19

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