Interviews - Obama Presidency Oral History

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    AMA's draft proposal for health care reform and its influence on the Affordable Care Act Nancy Nielsen
    02:29
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    Initial reactions to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill Heather Zichal
    02:50
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    First meeting with Obama at a local union event in Chicago Andrew Stern
    01:00
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    Navigating legislative compromises on abortion during health reform discussions Neera Tanden
    09:02
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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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    Founding of a newspaper in Española Robert Trapp
    02:48
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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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    Strategizing the 50th anniversary of Brown v. Board during the 2004 election Kathleen Sebelius
    02:26
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    Cultivating bipartisan relationships during Clinton administration and private sector career Nancy-Ann DeParle
    04:14
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    Surgeon General's report on breastfeeding and challenges in promoting it Regina Benjamin
    02:28
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    Early life in Texas and influence of a family committed to social justice Cecile Richards
    02:34
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    Coordinating the daily operations of the US embassy in China Max Baucus
    04:20
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    Reflections on the reception of a keynote address at the US Center at Copenhagen Nancy Sutley
    03:12
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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 Secretary of Energy in international policy and technology's impact on clean energy costs Steven Chu
    07:40
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    Challenges and Recovery Act's role in addressing Superfund site cleanups Nancy Sutley
    03:09
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    Balancing Washington duties with direct engagement with the public Nancy Sutley
    02:39
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    Insights from the environmental justice tour in Southern and other US communities Lisa Jackson
    05:12
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    Advocating for abortion rights and destigmatization at the 2016 Democratic National Convention Cecile Richards
    04:35
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    Benefits of informal interactions for a US ambassador Max Baucus
    02:11
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    Offering competitive employee benefits in the automotive industry Jim Houser
    04:38
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    Challenges of starting a new office in the Obama administration without political capital Nancy-Ann DeParle
    05:31
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    Surgeon General's role and policy focus in the Obama administration Regina Benjamin
    03:38
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    Perceptions of US foreign policy strategy and the lack of a long-term plan for China Max Baucus
    12:06
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    Disparities in internet connectivity and the challenges of the "last mile" Robert Trapp
    01:22
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    Mobilizing civil servants in the DOE and the stability of government structures Arun Majumdar
    03:33
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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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    Expansion of the National Faith-Based Mobilization Network and the Mississippi model for healthy living initiatives Michael Minor
    07:49
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    Reflection on personal expertise and credibility in faith-based health advocacy Michael Minor
    03:58
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    International grassroots advocacy impact on climate agreements Frances Beinecke
    02:05
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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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    Influence of family on gender equity and role models in personal development Sylvia Burwell
    02:25
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    Discussion on the public option in healthcare reform with Rahm Emanuel Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:13
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    Perception of Obama's relationship with organized labor and its political consequences Tom Harkin
    02:44
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    Evaluation of the Army Corps of Engineers' Plumb Beach project and the benefits of natural infrastructure Kate Orff
    06:43
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    Impact of WellPoint rate increase on ACA support and Nancy Pelosi's role in healthcare reform Zeke Emanuel
    04:55
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    Grassroots efforts to support and clarify the Affordable Care Act Michael Minor
    03:06
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    Reflections on the value of print newspapers and digital content monetization Robert Trapp
    03:42
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    Debate on prioritizing cost containment vs. universal coverage in health reform Elizabeth Fowler
    04:53
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    Comparing past and present vaccine hesitancy and misinformation challenges Regina Benjamin
    02:43
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    Reaction to President Obama mentioning a family member during an event Jim Houser
    01:55
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    Complexity of healthcare reform and its impact on American public discourse Nancy-Ann DeParle
    04:04
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    Discussion on the importance of PAYGO for fiscal health and political strategy Peter Orszag
    01:03
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    Women's role and representation in legislative dealmaking Sylvia Burwell
    02:32
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    Coordinating climate preparedness with State, Local, and Tribal Leaders Task Force Nancy Sutley
    03:22
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    Delegation of EPA regulatory powers to states and tribes Carol Browner
    02:32
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    President Obama's speech on healthcare as a social justice issue and international perspectives Kathleen Sebelius
    02:26
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    Impact of trade agreements on US agriculture and almond exports Joe Del Bosque
    03:50
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    Addressing concerns about evidence-based medicine guidelines and physician autonomy Bob Kocher
    01:00
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    Challenges of drafting the Medicare Modernization Act across party lines Elizabeth Fowler
    01:12
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    Adjusting to a public-facing role and media outreach as surgeon general Regina Benjamin
    02:30
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    Agency's limited involvement in the Upper Big Branch Mine disaster Steven Chu
    01:15
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    Challenges and complexities in implementing healthcare policy and technology systems Sylvia Burwell
    03:19
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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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    Union concerns about health policy during healthcare reform implementation Jeanne Lambrew
    01:19
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    Reflection on Planned Parenthood's mention in the 2012 presidential debates Cecile Richards
    03:23
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    Recruitment process for joining the Obama administration's health reform team Nancy-Ann DeParle
    10:54
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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 Rahm Emanuel's healthcare deal and its impact on President Obama's image Andrew Stern
    02:54
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    Preparation for ARPA-E confirmation hearings and understanding congressional relations Arun Majumdar
    03:45
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    Reflection on the ongoing commitment to social and environmental work beyond the Obama administration Melanie Bahnke
    02:43
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    Challenges in passing healthcare legislation in a polarized political climate Max Baucus
    03:17
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    Reflections on the challenges and shortcomings of a surgical tech program Destiny Blackmon
    02:34
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    Comparing presidential opposition from Newt Gingrich to Mitch McConnell Robert Trapp
    01:26
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    Early career choices and work in criminal justice after college Kathleen Sebelius
    02:21
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    Comparing healthcare reform proposals in the 2008 presidential campaign Jeanne Lambrew
    02:42
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    Negotiating reproductive care provisions in the Affordable Care Act Cecile Richards
    04:03
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    Complexity of healthcare reform and its impact on public discourse Jeanne Lambrew
    01:27
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    Consideration of nuclear energy and natural gas in the administration's low-carbon future strategy Nancy Sutley
    02:28
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    Personal and professional background in 2008 John Mier
    02:20
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    Interactions with guests at President Obama's speech event Jim Houser
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    Understanding the role and scope of executive orders in the Obama administration Carol Browner
    02:40
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    CEQ's engagement with climate activists during the Obama administration Christy Goldfuss
    03:09
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    Reaction to "death panels" claim during healthcare reform debate Elizabeth Fowler
    02:44
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    Reflections on traveling the country as AMA president and learning from diverse perspectives Nancy Nielsen
    03:42
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    Handling legal challenges to the Affordable Care Act and legislative responses Sylvia Burwell
    01:19
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    Unexpected distribution of an image from a Keystone XL pipeline protest Art and Helen Tanderup
    03:17
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    Efforts to communicate about the Affordable Care Act during repeal attempts Kathleen Sebelius
    03:24
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    Reflections on stakeholder engagement in passing the Affordable Care Act Neera Tanden
    03:25
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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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    Concerns about the banking sector's impact on small businesses during economic turmoil Sylvia Burwell
    02:48
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    Reflections on the Lochner era and the need for labor-law reform Richard Trumka
    02:37
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    Perspective on cost containment and universal healthcare reform Zeke Emanuel
    03:47
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    Consideration of public option forms in the Affordable Care Act debate Jeanne Lambrew
    02:23
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    Obama's disciplined eating habits and the role of a traveling chief of staff Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:26
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    Improving community engagement as New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection commissioner Lisa Jackson
    03:03
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    Challenges of interpreting congressional intent in complex legislation Elizabeth Fowler
    02:10
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    Transition to Sierra Club and role as deputy political director Courtney Hight
    02:46
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    Comparing legislative efforts during the Obama and Clinton administrations Jeanne Lambrew
    02:34
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    Labor movement's perspective on the Affordable Care Act and its impact on union members Richard Trumka
    07:17
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    Reflections on healthcare reform discussions during the 2008 Obama campaign Nancy-Ann DeParle
    05:30
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    Inspiration from John Kennedy's youthful election campaign Tom Harkin
    02:38
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    Decision to attend law school and experiences at Georgetown University Sandra Fluke
    04:34
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    Role in coordinating international response to China's proposed banking regulation Max Baucus
    06:43
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    Reflections on being perceived as supporting insurance companies during health reform Elizabeth Fowler
    01:18
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    Reflections on Hillary Clinton's healthcare reform efforts in the 1990s Max Baucus
    04:36
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    Reflections on the Shelby County v. Holder case and its impact on voting rights Don Verrilli
    09:03
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    Reflection on coinciding with health care reform and meeting President Obama Nancy Nielsen
    01:21

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