Interviews - Obama Presidency Oral History

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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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    Reasons for President Obama's support of the auto industry bailout Heather Zichal
    02:54
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    CEQ's engagement with climate activists during the Obama administration Christy Goldfuss
    03:09
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    President Obama's commitment to conservation and national monuments Christy Goldfuss
    09:05
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    Reflections on a career in the environmental movement and climate change awareness Bill McKibben
    04:22
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    Engagement with medical professionals during healthcare reform on the National Economic Council Bob Kocher
    01:23
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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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    Perspective on the Reduce Unnecessary Spending Act of 2010 as a budget management tool Peter Orszag
    02:45
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    Consideration for HHS Secretary role and commitment to President Obama's vision Sylvia Burwell
    03:12
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    Challenges in measuring oil flow during the Deepwater Horizon incident Carol Browner
    01:20
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    Leadership and goals of the National Baptist Convention's H.O.P.E. initiative Michael Minor
    13:02
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    Reflections on government regulation and industry innovation cooperation Carol Browner
    02:25
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    Challenges and complexities in implementing healthcare policy and technology systems Sylvia Burwell
    03:19
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    Negotiating the Cadillac tax and the passage of the Affordable Care Act Andrew Stern
    03:44
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    Addressing corruption in China during diplomatic tenure Max Baucus
    07:49
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    Negotiating with the pharmaceutical industry during healthcare reform Elizabeth Fowler
    02:14
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    Reflections on handling the government shutdown and its impact on the ACA negotiations Sylvia Burwell
    05:10
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    Impact of environmental protests on President Obama's Keystone XL pipeline decision Nancy Sutley
    05:04
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    Challenges and trade-offs faced during the passage of the Affordable Care Act Neera Tanden
    10:51
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    Campaigning for the 2012 election and pride in reproductive healthcare achievements Cecile Richards
    02:01
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    Relationship between the Recovery Act's green energy components and cap-and-trade legislation Frances Beinecke
    04:39
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    Transition from the White House to leading the Office of Health Reform Policy at HHS Jeanne Lambrew
    01:04
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    Impact of the bank bailout on American workers' trust and the rise of Trump support Richard Trumka
    02:18
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    Involvement with Main Street Alliance and White House discussions on healthcare Jim Houser
    02:37
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    Dealing with differing opinions among experts during the BP oil spill crisis Steven Chu
    01:03
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    Joining the HHS team and the transition after Tom Daschle's departure Neera Tanden
    03:42
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    Recollection of being invited to serve as deputy assistant for energy and climate change Heather Zichal
    02:59
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    Promoting a positive approach to health and fitness without focusing on weight Regina Benjamin
    02:26
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    Defying injunctions to win a labor strike and protect healthcare benefits Richard Trumka
    02:53
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    Sierra Club's engagement with the Obama administration on voting and democracy issues Courtney Hight
    01:29
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    Controversy over HHS contraception rules and religious organizations under the Affordable Care Act Kathleen Sebelius
    06:23
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    Engaging communities on coal policy and economic transition challenges Nancy Sutley
    02:28
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    Shift in Iowa's political landscape during Obama's presidency Tom Harkin
    07:03
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    Innovations in the scientific funding and review process at ARPA-E Arun Majumdar
    05:44
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    Evolution of science education and political attitudes in Kansas during the 1990s and 2000s Kathleen Sebelius
    05:25
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    EPA's review of California's emissions standards and coordination with CAFE negotiations Lisa Jackson
    03:14
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    Wendy Davis's filibuster and President Obama's support during the Texas anti-abortion bill protests Cecile Richards
    06:36
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    Role in the presidential task force on the auto industry rescue and fuel economy standards Heather Zichal
    03:48
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    Cross-disciplinary learning and problem-solving in the Obama administration's economic and healthcare policy meetings Bob Kocher
    04:19
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    Differences between government and youth priorities on environmental policy and activism Courtney Hight
    04:23
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    Balancing presidential scheduling and significance of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus meeting Nancy-Ann DeParle
    01:07
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    Involvement in politics before supporting Obama's 2008 presidential campaign Destiny Blackmon
    01:01
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    Influence of anti-war activists on union leadership and political strategies Andrew Stern
    02:40
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    Hosting Harvest the Hope concert with Neil Young and Willie Nelson on the Tanderup farm Art and Helen Tanderup
    05:30
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    President Obama's involvement in the Every Kid in a Park program events Christy Goldfuss
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    Impact of the 2014 farm bill on California farmers' crop choices Joe Del Bosque
    01:23
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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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    Reflections on the impact of community and support during high school years Sylvia Burwell
    03:16
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    Misconceptions about eligibility for new healthcare coverage John Mier
    03:00
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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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    Critique of economic priorities during the Obama administration Andrew Stern
    02:48
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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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    Involvement with the National Economic Council during the financial crisis Don Verrilli
    03:44
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    Meeting Senator McCain at a fundraiser in Buffalo Nancy Nielsen
    01:16
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    Reflections on leaving the EPA and the legacy of environmental advocacy Lisa Jackson
    05:43
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    Role of the Federal Coordinating Council for Comparative Effectiveness Research Zeke Emanuel
    01:14
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    Criticism of the Obama administration's Climate Action Plan by the farming community Joe Del Bosque
    02:56
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    Influence of grassroots activism on legislative work and Everglades National Park expansion Carol Browner
    01:28
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    Reflections on the diversity of school garden education programs Sarah Holway
    02:16
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    Preference for cap-and-trade over carbon tax in environmental policy Nancy Sutley
    03:06
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    Negotiating the public option in healthcare reform with Senator Snowe's support Elizabeth Fowler
    02:31
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    Impact of the financial crisis on employment opportunities for single parents Destiny Blackmon
    04:33
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    Obama's role in shaping communication strategy on clean energy and economic recovery Heather Zichal
    03:34
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    John Sweeney's leadership in balancing change and tradition in labor organizing Andrew Stern
    01:11
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    Efforts to address Arctic challenges and the need for increased infrastructure investment Melanie Bahnke
    04:11
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    Motivation to become politically active due to healthcare reform discussions in 2008 Jim Houser
    02:27
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    Modernizing Virginia's government operations and the Productivity Investment Fund Aneesh Chopra
    05:58
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    Celebrating the Affordable Care Act vote at the White House Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:45
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    Drafting and implementing Florida's land acquisition law for green space preservation Carol Browner
    02:27
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    Experience at CMMI and working with stakeholders during healthcare legislation implementation Nancy Nielsen
    02:46

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