Interviews - Obama Presidency Oral History

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    Counterterrorism focus and challenges during the Obama administration Jeh Johnson
    05:23
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    Involvement in strategic discussions and addressing tactical questions for a mission William McRaven
    02:38
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    Establishment of comprehensive support facilities for Special Operations families William McRaven
    02:36
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    Early counterterrorism challenges and strategy evolution at DHS during the Obama administration Alan Bersin
    11:22
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    Evolving challenges and capabilities in cybersecurity and critical infrastructure Michael Daniel
    03:47
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    US-Canada relations and security collaboration during the Obama administration Alan Bersin
    04:50
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    Observations on the rise of right-wing extremism during the Obama administration Daryl Johnson
    04:37
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    International trip to coordinate aviation safety after an incident Jane Lute
    01:21
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    Focus on domestic terrorism amidst the shift to foreign terrorism post-9/11 Daryl Johnson
    03:58
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    Reaction to a Guardian article on military mental health and public backlash Heather Linebaugh
    06:10
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    Reaction to accusations of Obama being soft on terrorism and the political opposition's tactics Jeh Johnson
    04:55
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    Learning about the bin Laden raid and interactions with senators after Alabama tornado damage Jay Carney
    05:33
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    Engagement with the tech industry on cybersecurity challenges during the Obama administration John Hennessy
    04:06
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    Impact of internet growth on intelligence gathering and analysis Daryl Johnson
    02:42
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    Diplomatic challenges posed by the covert US drone program in Pakistan Dan Feldman
    04:52
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    Addressing cybersecurity challenges in the Obama administration's first term John Brennan
    03:09
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    Reframing the approach to terrorism and collaboration with allies Janet Napolitano
    04:44
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    Fundraising for Obama's campaign and crafting his national security speech Jeh Johnson
    05:40
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    Reflections on Obama's approach to the use of military force abroad Leon Panetta
    09:56
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    Presence at European cities during major terrorist attacks and efforts to counter ISIS threats Brett McGurk
    02:52
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    Reflections on the response to the 2009 Christmas Day bombing attempt Michael Leiter
    08:47
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    Negotiating the transfer of Uyghur detainees from Guantanamo to Bermuda Daniel Fried
    11:00
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    Advising President Obama on the bin Laden raid decision John Brennan
    02:19
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    Strategic intelligence role and compliance with Executive Order 12333 in the military Daryl Johnson
    03:18
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    Reflections on President Obama's decision to deploy troops to Afghanistan Ben Rhodes
    03:48
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    Experiences with the Times Square plot and combating terrorism through homeland security Jane Lute
    02:19
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    Work on foreign affairs post-9/11 and opposition to the Iraq War Chuck Hagel
    02:15
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    Evolution of mental health support for drone program operators in the Air Force Heather Linebaugh
    05:47
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    Obama administration's efforts to reset relations with the Muslim world Hillary Clinton
    02:12
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    Reflections on CIA detention-interrogation program and Senate computer access controversy John Brennan
    09:22
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    CIA's role in Afghanistan during the first year of the Obama administration Jeremy Bash
    04:27
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    Obama administration's struggle with military intervention decisions Charles Kupchan
    05:20
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    Staff visit to Christ the Redeemer and security concerns at a hotel near a favela Katie McCormick Lelyveld
    06:50
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    Reflections on President Obama's compartmentalization during the Bin Laden raid Jon Favreau
    02:46
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    Involvement in DOJ task forces on interrogation, detention, and Guantanamo detainee review Gregory Craig
    02:37
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    Response to WikiLeaks release and its impact on US cybersecurity practices Michael Daniel
    03:18
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    Surprise at the rapid success of ISIS in 2014 and the fall of Mosul Brett McGurk
    04:13
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    Obama's counterterrorism policies and engagement with Human Rights Watch Kenneth Roth
    04:34
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    Impact of the Bush administration on Obama's Middle East policy approach Dennis Ross
    03:29
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    DOJ special prosecutor John Durham's investigation into post-9/11 interrogation techniques Gregory Craig
    03:44
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    Challenges in proposing a new AUMF and engaging with Congress in 2015 Neil Eggleston
    07:20
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    Reflections on the impact of 9/11 and the 2008 recession on US domestic and foreign policy challenges Leon Panetta
    03:47
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    Challenges in closing Guantanamo and addressing due process for detainees Leon Panetta
    02:21
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    Experience at a rally and subsequent meeting at the State Department regarding a crisis response plan Hadi Pir
    05:08
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    Handling of the DHS memo on right-wing extremism and its impact on veterans Janet Napolitano
    03:34
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    Evolution of sanctions tools from the Bush to Obama administration for nonproliferation efforts Richard Nephew
    03:59
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    Reflections on the Paris trip amid ISIS threats and climate negotiations Ben Rhodes
    04:25
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    Obama's realization of the importance of intelligence in presidency and national security challenges Michael Morell
    04:28
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    Contrasting CIA counterterrorism operations with broader Afghanistan strategy Leon Panetta
    01:17
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    Cybersecurity focus and challenges during tenure at Homeland Security Jeh Johnson
    27:40
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    Weekend of the White House Correspondents' Dinner during the Bin Laden operation Katie Johnson
    01:28
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    Realization of the seriousness of war during Air Force training Heather Linebaugh
    04:03
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    Navigating the challenges of language and messaging in the White House communications team Tommy Vietor
    03:46
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    Obama administration's problem-solving approach with Special Operations Forces William McRaven
    01:13
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    Rationale behind split drone program responsibilities between CIA and Department of Defense Jeh Johnson
    04:08
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    Accepting the CIA director role and the commitment to truth-telling Leon Panetta
    03:29
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    Advising Obama's campaign on counterterrorism and military commissions Jeh Johnson
    05:33
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    Coordination of US government sanctions and economic tools in national security policy Wally Adeyemo
    02:34
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    Renewed focus on CBP's trade functions and customs responsibilities during the Obama administration Alan Bersin
    05:18
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    Response to the OPM hack and cybersecurity posture discussions in the White House James Clapper
    01:27
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    Leak of DHS report on right-wing extremism and subsequent media and political reaction Daryl Johnson
    05:41
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    Deputies Committee's effective handling of the bin Laden raid and Iran sanctions Michael Morell
    05:36
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    Juggling multiple events as White House Press Secretary during significant occurrences Jay Carney
    02:28
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    Reflections on key national security appointments in the early Obama administration John Brennan
    03:09
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    State Department experiences in 2011: UK state visit, Bin Laden, and Manal al-Sharif's arrest Huma Abedin
    05:23
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    Obama administration's early executive orders on interrogation, Guantanamo, and detention policy Jeh Johnson
    09:44
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    Impact of the 9/11 Commission's recommendations on the presidential transition Josh Bolten
    05:32
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    Diplomatic efforts and challenges with Pakistan during the Obama administration Hillary Clinton
    06:17
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    Investigation of the book State of War and the Justice Department's actions James Risen
    04:58
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    Observations on President Obama's evolution as a leader during his first term John Brennan
    05:52
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    Outreach to the Cuban American community and countering violent extremism efforts Rumana Ahmed
    09:13
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    Legal considerations for the mission to capture or kill Osama bin Laden Jeh Johnson
    02:36
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    Handling habeas corpus cases for Guantanamo detainees Eric Holder
    01:26
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    Debate over DHS report on right-wing extremism and its impact Jane Lute
    03:38
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    Communication within the Yazidi community during the genocide Hadi Pir
    02:30
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    Reflections on the challenges of closing Guantanamo Bay Pete Rouse
    01:18
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    Reflections on the UN report equating confinement to torture and comparisons with other detainees' experiences Chelsea Manning
    04:38
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    Reflections on JSOC command and preparing for Operation Neptune's Spear William McRaven
    03:09
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    Navigating bureaucratic interests in Pakistan during the Obama administration Anne Patterson
    02:53
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    Involvement in the hunt for Osama bin Laden and the aftermath of a failed operation at Khost Jeremy Bash
    08:39
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    Debating US counterinsurgency vs. counterterrorism strategy in Afghanistan John Brennan
    04:49
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    Challenges in closing Guantanamo detention facility and political opposition Pete Rouse
    02:57
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    Advocating for cybersecurity cooperation post-Snowden leaks John Hennessy
    03:42
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    Reflections on military camaraderie and the impact of leadership during service Heather Linebaugh
    05:07

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