Interviews - Obama Presidency Oral History

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    Meeting Janithza and her family's immigration challenges on a farm Sheryl Cousineau
    08:28
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    Impressions of Secretary Napolitano's actions on immigration and the creation of DACA Marielena Hincapié
    03:49
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    Influence of immigration activists on shaping policy views Jeh Johnson
    02:59
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    Supporting survivors of a festival shooting and the founding of Dream Big organization Astrid Silva
    06:40
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    Role in the development and execution of DACA and its impact on immigrants Stephanie Valencia
    06:13
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    Expectations and disappointments in Obama's immigration reform efforts Marielena Hincapié
    03:43
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    Consideration of non-southern border immigration issues during DHS tenure Janet Napolitano
    03:37
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    Challenges and dynamics of immigration reform efforts from 2005 to 2007 Rebecca Tallent
    07:13
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    Path to becoming Assistant Secretary for ICE and the importance of law enforcement experience John Morton
    05:52
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    Volunteering at a Democratic Party event and sharing a personal story with Senator Reid Astrid Silva
    07:43
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    Consultation on immigration reform and challenges faced in San Antonio Julián Castro
    02:27
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    Clearpath's mission to simplify the immigration process and personal motivations for joining Felice Gorordo
    05:39
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    Advocacy for immigration reform and contentious White House meeting on DACA and DAPA expansion Marielena Hincapié
    06:10
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    Working with Vice President Biden on international partnerships and legal aid for asylum seekers Cecilia Muñoz
    03:37
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    Exploring executive actions on immigration and the origins of DACA Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:33
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    Criticism of Obama's immigration policy and deportation rates Richard Trumka
    01:12
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    Family's recovery and progress after deportation incident Sheryl Cousineau
    02:21
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    Decision to leave Iraq and the Special Immigrant Visa process Hadi Pir
    02:42
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    Debate on restructuring DHS to better align with immigration goals and climate preparedness Marielena Hincapié
    02:52
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    Balancing regulatory work and legislative efforts in the Obama administration Cecilia Muñoz
    02:53
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    Impact of immigration status on a DREAMer's life and challenges in obtaining DACA Jessica Sanchez
    02:29
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    Risks and advantages of announcing DACA during the 2012 reelection campaign Jim Messina
    02:42
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    Addressing the surge in child migrants at the US southern border and immigration reform efforts in 2014 Jeh Johnson
    11:30
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    Advocacy groups' influence on Obama's immigration policy and the role of Cecilia Muñoz Felicia Escobar Carrillo
    02:22
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    Experiences and challenges as a DREAMer and interactions with the Obama administration Astrid Silva
    04:21
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    Collaboration with advocacy groups on immigration reform during the Obama administration Jon Carson
    03:37
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    Early Obama administration's high deportation rates and immigration policy balance John Morton
    09:49
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    Inclusion of undocumented individuals in meetings during the Obama administration Marielena Hincapié
    02:57
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    Involvement in immigration reform discussions during the Obama administration Alan Bersin
    01:23
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    Response to the first Morton memo on immigration enforcement prioritization John Morton
    08:15
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    Reflections on the evolution and future of the Department of Homeland Security Alan Bersin
    08:14
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    CIA's role in monitoring migration flows and their impact on US national security John Brennan
    04:55
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    Challenges in changing perceptions about the LGBTQ community and immigration issues Judy and Dennis Shepard
    03:06
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    Building trust and coalition to implement challenging policies Felicia Escobar Carrillo
    02:02
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    Preparation for White House role through NCLR and Senator Salazar's office experiences Felicia Escobar Carrillo
    03:00
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    Personal impact of DACA on career and education opportunities Astrid Silva
    02:40
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    Implementation and public reaction to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy Felicia Escobar Carrillo
    02:17
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    Obama administration's early approach to immigration reform and congressional relations Stephanie Valencia
    04:27
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    Challenges in Congress to passing immigration reform legislation Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:33
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    Authoring the ACLU report Warehoused and Forgotten on for-profit prisons and immigration policies Carl Takei
    03:28
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    Lobbying and discussions around the ACA and immigrant healthcare access Marielena Hincapié
    04:15
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    Transition from intern to senior advisor in the Obama administration and impressions of Obama's leadership Felicia Escobar Carrillo
    07:52
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    Shift in Democratic Party's stance on immigration enforcement during Obama's presidency Janet Napolitano
    03:38
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    Reflections on the Obama administration's legacy and its impact on immigration policy Carl Takei
    02:29
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    Impact of the 2010 election on the possibility of immigration reform Janet Napolitano
    05:30
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    Reflections on the impact of DACA and the ACA during tenure in the Obama administration Julie Chávez Rodriguez
    03:30
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    Reflections on introducing Obama at the 2004 DNC and the speech's impact Dick Durbin
    05:40
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    Obama's reaction to being interrupted during DACA announcement Jon Favreau
    01:21
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    Experience of revealing undocumented status on TV and founding Dream Big Vegas Astrid Silva
    04:32
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    Hopes for President Obama's action on immigration reform and the plight of undocumented youth Sheryl Cousineau
    02:10
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    Navigating the confirmation process for a government position during a polarized time John Morton
    03:58
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    Obama administration's approach to immigration, asylum, and ICE reform efforts Carl Takei
    02:09
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    Perspectives on immigration reform and political dynamics in 2013 David Simas
    12:22
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    Working for Senator McCain during the 2008 campaign and immigration bill negotiations Rebecca Tallent
    04:13
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    Collaboration with organizations and advocacy for the DREAM Act Marielena Hincapié
    05:01
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    Obama administration's shift to agency action after gun control and immigration reform setbacks Chris Lu
    02:48
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    Building support for immigration reform and anti-gay provision abolition Barney Frank
    05:32
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    Obama administration's legacy on healthcare, breaking racial barriers, and immigration policy Marielena Hincapié
    04:34
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    Development and challenges of the Deferred Action for Parents of Americans policy Felicia Escobar Carrillo
    04:18
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    Reflections on the Senate vote for the DREAM Act and its impact on immigrant and LGBTQ communities Marielena Hincapié
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    Challenges and reforms in ICE detention policy and practices John Morton
    08:13
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    Experience as a border-state governor shaping immigration policy in the Obama administration Janet Napolitano
    22:06
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    Communication strategy for border security during DACA announcement Jon Favreau
    02:10
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    Challenges in enforcing immigration policies and protecting DREAMers during the Obama administration Felicia Escobar Carrillo
    03:55
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    Chief of staff's perspective on the 2013 government shutdown over ACA funding Denis McDonough
    03:10
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    Efforts to ensure accurate census counts within immigrant communities Ellen Moran
    04:09
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    Building bipartisan support for immigration and criminal justice reform Valerie Jarrett
    01:22
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    US-Mexico collaboration on cartel control during the Obama administration Alan Bersin
    04:07
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    Advocating for LGBTQ and trans rights with federal agencies during the Obama administration Raffi Freedman-Gurspan
    03:22
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    Negotiating the end of the wet foot, dry foot policy with Cuba Jeh Johnson
    05:35
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    Creative storytelling and art projects in union member engagement Michelle Miller
    05:02
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    Involvement in the development and implementation of DACA Marielena Hincapié
    05:36
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    Collaboration and strategy during the Senate vote on the 2013 Immigration Reform Bill Cecilia Muñoz
    15:33
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    Involvement in the administration's response to Arizona's immigration issues and Sheriff Joe Arpaio Janet Napolitano
    06:58
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    Addressing the migrant crisis and unaccompanied minors at the US border during Obama's second term Alan Bersin
    06:09
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    Response to the new immigration detention model and its reception by different groups John Morton
    04:18
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    Observations on the conditions of a detention facility resembling a jail Carl Takei
    04:13
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    Value of White House listening sessions and their impact on DACA policy development Felice Gorordo
    05:40
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    US-Mexico border perceptions and challenges during the Obama administration Raul Salinas
    06:52
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    Obama administration's approach to border security and immigration reform Cody Keenan
    02:27
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    Personal encounter with President Obama as a DREAMer Astrid Silva
    02:48
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    Involvement in the development of DACA and the role of the Morton memos John Morton
    11:51
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    Interaction with Cecilia Muñoz and challenges with family detention policy Marielena Hincapié
    03:28
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    Advocacy for labor unions, skilled trades, and immigrant workers' rights Mary Beth Maxwell
    07:50
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    Shift in comprehensive immigration reform from the Senate to the White House Felicia Escobar Carrillo
    05:02
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    Assessment of Obama's legacy on Latino issues and immigration reform Felicia Escobar Carrillo
    04:10
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    Impact of inclusive healthcare on public health and challenges due to immigration status Janet Murguía
    02:00
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    Impact of congressional funding decisions on CBP operations and personnel Gil Kerlikowske
    03:33
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    Strategies for managing the Arizona border during the Obama administration Alan Bersin
    06:50
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    Grassroots organizing and community building among undocumented youth in Nevada Astrid Silva
    02:25
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    Balancing path to citizenship with border security in immigration reform efforts Jim Messina
    01:14
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    Transition from Secure Communities to Priorities Enforcement Program Jeh Johnson
    02:03
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    Path to joining the Obama administration and the US-Mexico border crisis Alan Bersin
    07:41
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    Response to SB 1070 and state-level immigration laws during Obama's first term Marielena Hincapié
    04:34
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    Role in the Obama transition team and challenges faced Stephanie Valencia
    05:21
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    Efforts to simplify the FAFSA form and USCIS IT reforms Vivek Kundra
    03:05
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    Challenges in achieving bipartisan support for comprehensive immigration reform in 2013 Rob Nabors
    03:56
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    Mayor's experience engaging with the Obama White House on border issues Raul Salinas
    07:49

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