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    Advising on military aid to Ukraine and the decision against lethal assistance Martin Dempsey
    07:39
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    Building international relationships and friendships through high-stakes diplomacy Huma Abedin
    02:13
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    Advising Rahm Emanuel on the tone and content of a speech contrasting with Bush's approach Dennis Ross
    02:33
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    Observations on the atmosphere during the 2009 Iranian presidential elections Jason Rezaian
    04:54
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    Reflections on President Obama's liberal internationalist views and democratic transitions Michael McFaul
    06:42
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    Preparation for diplomatic post in Egypt during the Arab Spring Anne Patterson
    02:50
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    Policy priorities and accomplishments in the final two years of the Obama administration Ash Carter
    07:47
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    Challenges in measuring mortality during conflict and public health issues Craig Spencer
    02:57
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    Reflections on diplomacy and development in the Afghanistan strategy review Hillary Clinton
    06:18
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    State of the Republican Senate caucus under Mitch McConnell's leadership Rohit Kumar
    03:52
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    Impact of the Arab Spring and Edward Snowden leaks on perceptions of the internet's role in activism Betsy Bramon
    04:54
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    US and Russian collaboration on Syria's chemical weapons removal and destruction Rose Gottemoeller
    04:39
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    US global leadership opportunities missed during Obama's terms Robert Gates
    03:15
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    US policy assistance challenges in Libya and congressional attitudes William Taylor
    02:17
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    President Obama's approach to military intervention informed by Iraq and Libya experiences William Burns
    03:51
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    Evaluating the effectiveness and criteria for sanctions relief in CISADA Richard Nephew
    02:46
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    Reflections on the night of the Osama Bin Laden raid and the decision-making process Michael Morell
    04:23
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    Process and challenges of the US troop drawdown in Iraq during the Obama administration Jim Steinberg
    06:30
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    Support for responsibility to protect and views on interventions in Libya and Syria Anne-Marie Slaughter
    05:31
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    Reflection on the shift from humanitarian mission to regime change in Libya Robert Gates
    02:01
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    Reflections on the planning for post-intervention Libya and President Obama's regrets Denis McDonough
    02:58
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    Challenges in securing US support for Tunisia during its political transition Omezzine Khelifa
    04:45
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    US policy on negotiating with the Taliban Ryan Crocker
    02:37
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    Communications strategy for the Iran nuclear deal and dealing with congressional approval Ben Rhodes
    08:24
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    Early Air Force career and formative assignments Scott Gration
    03:36
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    Involvement in the Arab Spring and focus on democracy promotion in early 2011 Michael McFaul
    03:34
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    Obama's intellect and impact on policy discussions Michelle Gavin
    02:19
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    Impact of sanctions on Hassan Rouhani's election and Iran negotiations Richard Nephew
    02:24
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    Release of American prisoners and implementation of the Iran nuclear deal Jason Rezaian
    11:32
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    Transition from government to founding Mobdiun and addressing youth radicalization in Tunisia Omezzine Khelifa
    11:36
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    Impact of Champions of Change events on policy and community engagement Rumana Ahmed
    09:30
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    Experience as an agricultural advisor in Afghanistan and challenges faced in women's empowerment efforts Denise O'Brien
    08:14
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    Rebalancing US foreign policy focus from the Middle East to Asia Chuck Hagel
    03:40
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    Impact of the Marefat education model in Afghanistan and challenges to its expansion Azizullah Royesh
    06:02
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    US foreign policy shift from Bush to Obama administration on nation building William Burns
    02:24
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    AIPAC's stance on bipartisanship and relationship with Prime Minister Netanyahu Michael Kassen
    04:33
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    Obama's State Department speech on the Arab Spring and nonviolent change Ben Rhodes
    03:37
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    Obama administration's approach to democracy promotion in the Middle East Ben Rhodes
    03:43
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    Advocating for President Obama's Cairo speech location and addressing the Middle East Dennis Ross
    02:47
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    Focus on human rights in China and Egypt during early Obama administration Michael Posner
    05:30
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    Reflections on the importance of local ownership in Afghan education and politics Azizullah Royesh
    05:21
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    Offering refuge to Omran and the joy of his family reunion in Damascus Alex and Valbona Myteberi
    04:12
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    US response to Yazidi crisis and the role of interpreters in tactical planning Hadi Pir
    02:11
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    Involvement in the diplomatic efforts to remove chemical weapons from Syria Derek Chollet
    10:47
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    Consideration of Libya's impact on the decision-making for Syria chemical weapons response Susan Rice
    05:35
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    Diplomacy behind Security Council Resolution 1929 and its role in sanctions policy Richard Nephew
    07:17
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    Assessing the Obama administration's learning curve on terrorism threats Michael Morell
    02:59
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    Reflections on the impact of the Arab Spring in the Middle East Colin Kahl
    07:05
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    Unexpected election of Morsi as President in 2012 and the attempted election interference Anne Patterson
    03:57
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    Obama's decision to support Mubarak's ouster influenced by generational perspective and hope Hillary Clinton
    02:52
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    Significance of the Iran deal to the Obama administration's foreign policy legacy Michael Kassen
    03:33
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    Shift in US-Iraq leader relations from Bush to Obama administration Ben Rhodes
    03:49
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    Perspectives on the Arab Spring and engagement with Egyptian civil society Michael Posner
    06:34
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    White House perspective on the potential for change during Iran's protests and subsequent policy shifts Dennis Ross
    05:56
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    Comparing congressional support for military action in Libya and Syria Denis McDonough
    03:26
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    Secretary Kerry's pivotal role in Afghanistan negotiations and White House decision-making Dan Feldman
    04:58
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    Deliberations on extending the US military presence in Iraq beyond 2011 Leon Panetta
    05:43
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    Use of personal stories in Secretary Clinton's diplomacy and speeches Huma Abedin
    02:36
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    Sustaining energy for change and the role of the new generation in leadership Omezzine Khelifa
    02:24
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    Role in the development and promotion of President Obama's Cairo speech Denis McDonough
    02:48
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    US policy on supporting NGOs and promoting reforms in Egypt during the Obama administration Dennis Ross
    01:24
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    Transition to leadership in the Defense Department and continuity with Robert Gates as secdef Colin Kahl
    02:24
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    Initial involvement in Iran issues and P5+1 meetings as undersecretary Wendy Sherman
    02:04
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    Discussion on diplomatic strategy with Iran and consistency with personal viewpoints Dennis Ross
    02:52
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    Impact of President Obama's actions on Yazidi safety during the crisis Hadi Pir
    02:15
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    Reflections on historical precedents influencing White House discussions on conflict John Kerry
    05:36
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    Reaction to the image of Omran Daqneesh and the realization of global conflicts Alex and Valbona Myteberi
    02:52
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    Reflections on arrest in Iran and its impact on international negotiations Jason Rezaian
    08:23
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    Early 2009 discussions on diplomatically engaging with Iran and the Tehran research reactor proposal William Burns
    04:29
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    Coordination between the State Department and the White House on Israel relations John Kerry
    02:16
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    AIPAC's role in shaping Iran sanctions and views on the Obama administration's strategy Michael Kassen
    05:57
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    Reflections on planning and aftermath of the Libya intervention Jake Sullivan
    03:38
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    Travel experiences with Michelle Obama and Vice President Biden's team Samantha Tubman
    02:21
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    Assessment of political dynamics and US-Afghan relations upon arrival in Kabul, 2011 Ryan Crocker
    06:48
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    Reflections on the sense of achievement from the Iran nuclear deal Ben Rhodes
    04:13
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    Assessment of counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan and engagement with Pakistan Michael Mullen
    07:07
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    Early discussions on NASA's role in inspiring children and international collaboration Charles Bolden
    04:20
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    US military response to the Libyan crisis and President Obama's decision-making process Denis McDonough
    03:58
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    Responding to criticism of the Obama administration's handling of wars in Iraq and Afghanistan Jeh Johnson
    03:43
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    Comparing the complexities of US policy challenges in Syria vs. Libya Derek Chollet
    07:27
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    Involvement of China and other nations in the Paris Accord negotiations and India's climate ambitions John Podesta
    13:42
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    Advising Secretary Clinton on the military intervention in Libya Jake Sullivan
    03:58
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    Strategic review and decision-making on troop withdrawal from Iraq Denis McDonough
    03:19
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    Development and challenges of the Israel-Palestine back channel negotiations Dennis Ross
    35:48
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    Reflections on the Obama administration's approach to the Arab Spring and military intervention Colin Kahl
    10:12
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    Revealing US-Iran direct talks to P5+1 partners and managing potential backlash William Burns
    03:51
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    Goals and impact of President Obama's Cairo speech on US-Muslim relations and democracy Dennis Ross
    05:39
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    Persecution of Yazidis under Saddam Hussein's regime and historical context Hadi Pir
    02:54
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    Reflections on President Obama's visit to Fort Campbell after the bin Laden raid William McRaven
    05:00
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    Role of Special Operations Forces during Obama's election and their missions in Iraq and Afghanistan William McRaven
    03:41
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    The necessity of strategic patience in US foreign policy and its impact on Afghanistan Ryan Crocker
    03:01
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    Joining Ettakatol and the transition to political party involvement in Tunisia Omezzine Khelifa
    03:22
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    US development aid to Egypt and its impact during the Obama administration Anne Patterson
    02:07
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    Coordination with the State Department on diaspora engagement and policy implications Rumana Ahmed
    02:12
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    Balancing personal safety and the call to activism during Tunisian protests Omezzine Khelifa
    03:08
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    Reaction to al-Sisi's brutality and mass incarcerations in Egypt Anne Patterson
    02:58
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    Utilizing CIA experience and Middle East expertise during the Obama administration John Brennan
    02:16
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    International trip to coordinate aviation safety after an incident Jane Lute
    01:21
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    Decision to meet with Congressman Fortenberry to raise awareness about issues in conflict zones Hadi Pir
    01:22
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    Reflections on Obama's attempt to rebalance to diplomacy and military challenges William Burns
    04:12
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    Obama's perspective on Middle East protests and historical parallels to civil rights Derek Chollet
    03:00
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    Impact of uprisings on US foreign policy and assistance strategy in Egypt Dennis Ross
    04:20
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    Reflections on the start of the Iran nuclear negotiations and diplomatic challenges William Burns
    06:18
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    Influence of the Libyan conflict on the Obama administration's approach to the Syrian civil war Jake Sullivan
    02:05
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    Shift in US-Iran relations and Senate politics surrounding JCPOA sanctions Michael Kassen
    05:04
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    Appointment as ambassador to Iraq and the political situation during the US troop surge Ryan Crocker
    05:04
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    Secretary Clinton's involvement in Israel policy discussions during Obama's administration Dennis Ross
    02:18
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    Addressing misconceptions about the situation in Darfur and genocide claims Scott Gration
    06:56
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    Appointment of the special coordinator for Middle East transitions and its impact on State Department work Michael Posner
    04:41
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    Role of allies in the Libyan intervention and Secretary Clinton's consultations Jake Sullivan
    02:08
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    Strategic approach to Middle East peace and Biden's role in US-Israel relations Dennis Ross
    14:13
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    US goals for Egypt's transition after Mubarak's fall and challenges faced William Burns
    03:39

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