Interviews - Obama Presidency Oral History

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    President Obama's condolences on the passing of Natoma and her impact on the Affordable Care Act Connie Anderson
    01:28
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    Interaction with President Obama at a press event discussing small business and healthcare Jim Houser
    03:04
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    Impact of rising healthcare costs on employee decisions and business trade-offs Jim Houser
    04:36
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    Preparation and emotions before meeting President Obama at a state fair Melanie Bahnke
    09:10
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    Attributing limited healthcare progress to Republican opposition and strategic approach Robert Trapp
    01:23
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    Future roles in advocacy and supporting the next generation of Alaska Natives Melanie Bahnke
    05:16
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    Impact of the 2011 payroll tax cut on employees and public credit perception Robert Trapp
    02:59
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    Impact of the ACA on a small business owner's employees and operations Jim Houser
    02:15
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    Journey to environmental conservation passion and learning in Washington, DC Christy Goldfuss
    04:44
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    Resetting White House relations with the energy industry in Obama's second term Heather Zichal
    04:01
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    Deployment and impact of the Recovery Act's clean energy funding Heather Zichal
    02:37
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    Challenges in promoting less exciting but impactful energy innovation programs like SunShot Arun Majumdar
    10:05
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    Influence of personal and public stories on health reform advocacy Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:48
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    Receiving a call from the White House about a letter to President Obama John Mier
    02:51
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    Cultivating bipartisan relationships during Clinton administration and private sector career Nancy-Ann DeParle
    04:14
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    Impact of the Affordable Care Act on personal finances and healthcare access John Mier
    05:17
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    Impact of the financial crisis on employment opportunities for single parents Destiny Blackmon
    04:33
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    Reflections on the Affordable Care Act's impact and public awareness Cecile Richards
    01:29
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    Impact of President Obama's debate mention on Planned Parenthood services Cecile Richards
    02:46
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    Finalizing rules before the Obama administration's end and preparing for potential outcomes of the 2016 election Jeanne Lambrew
    01:02
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    Reflections on pragmatism and values in health policy from Clinton to Obama administrations Jeanne Lambrew
    02:02
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    Expansion of national monuments and conservation efforts during the Obama administration Christy Goldfuss
    04:00
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    Natoma's sudden rise to fame and her interactions with the press during healthcare reform Connie Anderson
    03:39
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    Inviting President Obama to visit a farm via Twitter during the California drought Joe Del Bosque
    04:13
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    Comparing presidential opposition from Newt Gingrich to Mitch McConnell Robert Trapp
    01:26
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    President Obama's phone call and personal interactions with a woman in the hospital Connie Anderson
    01:19
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    Discussion on ACA impact on small businesses at HHS event in Virginia Jim Houser
    02:42
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    Early awareness of social media risks in the Obama administration Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:14
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    Influence of personal background on choosing a history major at University of Tennessee Nancy-Ann DeParle
    01:06
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    Obama's ownership of the healthcare website issues and the importance of acknowledging mistakes John Mier
    04:40
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    Insights from public forums on Americans' healthcare experiences and preexisting conditions Jeanne Lambrew
    02:30
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    Influence of psychohistory on understanding the Japanese American internment Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:48
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    Response to the Supreme Court's decision on Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act Jeanne Lambrew
    01:05
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    Obama administration's interaction with the press and media relations Robert Trapp
    03:36
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    Natoma's commitment to healthcare reform despite her illness and interactions with the press Connie Anderson
    02:34
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    2009 Endangered Species Act regulations impact on water supply Joe Del Bosque
    02:50
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    Reflections on family legacy and personal impact during the Obama administration Michael Minor
    06:06
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    President Obama's historic speech at Planned Parenthood and the challenges faced Cecile Richards
    02:53
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    Revisiting Mississippi and changing perspectives through navigator work Michael Minor
    05:45
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    Involvement in President Obama's 2012 reelection campaign and speaking at the DNC Sandra Fluke
    03:49
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    Healthcare reform negotiations and transparency in the Obama administration Jeanne Lambrew
    03:33
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    President Obama's personal interaction regarding a favorite song question Melanie Bahnke
    01:26
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    Reflections on President Obama's legacy and enduring criticism Destiny Blackmon
    06:46
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    Balancing family life during preparations for President Obama's visit Melanie Bahnke
    01:57
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    Significance of the ACA's survival for the middle class during the economic recovery Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:41
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    Early exposure to feminism and women's rights before college Sandra Fluke
    05:21
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    Impact of federal budget concerns on Española's economy and recovery Robert Trapp
    02:45
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    President Obama's nostalgic walk in Bali during an APEC meeting Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:52
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    Challenges of climate change for Alaska Native communities and cultural preservation Melanie Bahnke
    04:11
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    Developing a relationship with White House aides and flying on Air Force One Connie Anderson
    02:23
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    Early efforts to build relationships with Congress for healthcare reform in 2009 Nancy-Ann DeParle
    04:30
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    Choosing Georgetown University for President Obama's climate action plan speech Heather Zichal
    01:21
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    Support from Pew and Oak Foundations in drafting an executive order for marine protection Melanie Bahnke
    01:13
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    Managing crises and maintaining operations in the Department of Energy Arun Majumdar
    03:32
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    Impact of Section 1233 controversy on healthcare reform discussions within the Obama administration Jeanne Lambrew
    01:03
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    Receiving a call from the White House about a letter sent to President Obama Robert Trapp
    01:16
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    Campaigning for the 2012 election and pride in reproductive healthcare achievements Cecile Richards
    02:01
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    Oakhill Baptist Church's experience with the Federal Navigator Grant and ACA Michael Minor
    09:07
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    Involvement with Let's Move! and Let's Move Faith and Communities initiatives Michael Minor
    04:48
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    Lessons from auto industry negotiations for the Clean Power Plan development Heather Zichal
    03:02
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    Reflection on the evolution of climate policy and the search for political middle ground Heather Zichal
    03:09
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    Reactions to the passage of the Affordable Care Act and its impact on small businesses Jim Houser
    07:45
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    Bipartisan discussions on healthcare reform principles in early Obama administration Nancy-Ann DeParle
    05:06
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    Review and reform of drilling permit process after Deepwater Horizon spill Nancy Sutley
    03:17
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    Role and responsibilities of an acting undersecretary of energy Arun Majumdar
    06:57
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    Use of a constituent's letter in President Obama's speech John Mier
    03:31
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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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    Obama administration's strategies for public engagement on climate change and renewable energy Christy Goldfuss
    04:02
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    Involvement with Main Street Alliance and White House discussions on healthcare Jim Houser
    02:37
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    Visit to Guam regarding US military buildup and environmental concerns Nancy Sutley
    07:25
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    Expectations and challenges in implementing the Affordable Care Act Nancy-Ann DeParle
    05:52
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    Selling a letter from President Obama to escape an abusive relationship Destiny Blackmon
    06:33
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    Developing an all-of-above energy strategy to gain bipartisan support Heather Zichal
    01:27
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    Reflections on the impact of work during the Obama administration Jeanne Lambrew
    02:17
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    Being selected to discuss drought issues with President Obama Joe Del Bosque
    02:31
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    Advocacy for university funding and student rights as student body president Nancy-Ann DeParle
    05:38
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    Perceptions of representation in ACA negotiations from a small business perspective Robert Trapp
    02:59
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    Challenges in implementing new Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards Nancy Sutley
    03:21
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    Impact of the BP oil spill on the administration's coastal restoration efforts Nancy Sutley
    04:56
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    Complexity of healthcare reform and its impact on public discourse Jeanne Lambrew
    01:27
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    Disparities in internet connectivity and the challenges of the "last mile" Robert Trapp
    01:22
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    Impact of the recession on auto repair business customer spending habits Jim Houser
    02:17
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    Establishment of Stonewall National Monument and the role of advocacy and funding Christy Goldfuss
    03:44
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    Consideration of environmental justice in the Department of Energy and ARPA-E Arun Majumdar
    03:51
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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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    Reflections on political optimism upon leaving the Obama administration Nancy-Ann DeParle
    04:43
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    Early law school activism in women's rights and reproductive justice Sandra Fluke
    02:57
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    President Obama's response to the Occupy Wall Street movement and political discourse Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:28
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    Reflections on meeting President Obama and its impact on Alaska Native leadership Melanie Bahnke
    02:15
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    Reflections on President Obama's 2008 campaign and its impact on the community Melanie Bahnke
    02:11
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    Comparing legislative efforts during the Obama and Clinton administrations Jeanne Lambrew
    02:34
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    Involvement in healthcare provisions of the Recovery Act and laying groundwork for the ACA Jeanne Lambrew
    02:37
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    Transition from local to national advocacy and its impact on healthcare reform Jim Houser
    03:11
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    Impact of President Obama's 2009 healthcare speech on public conversation and legislation progress Jeanne Lambrew
    01:16
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    Discussion on healthcare reform priorities during the Obama transition team meetings Jeanne Lambrew
    02:35
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    Influencing the Agricultural Adjustment Act of 2014 for California's specialty crops Joe Del Bosque
    02:55
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    Natoma's struggle with health insurance and her letter to President Obama Connie Anderson
    04:30
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    Impact of Sandy Hook on Obama's second term and gun control efforts Nancy-Ann DeParle
    02:15
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    Implications of media consolidation and the value of family-owned newspapers Robert Trapp
    03:28
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    Impact of Obama's election on perceptions of racial limitations Destiny Blackmon
    03:02
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    Advocacy for reproductive care inclusion in the Affordable Care Act Cecile Richards
    02:23
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    Influence of Let's Move! initiative on the success of the Affordable Care Act Michael Minor
    04:06
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    Preparation for potential Supreme Court ruling against the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate Jeanne Lambrew
    02:45
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    Preparation for ARPA-E leadership confirmation process Arun Majumdar
    02:33
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    Obama's determination and decision-making process during healthcare policy discussions Nancy-Ann DeParle
    03:46
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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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    Witnessing the passage of the Affordable Care Act in the White House Nancy-Ann DeParle
    01:26
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    Visit to the White House Christmas party and seeing a framed letter in the Oval Office Connie Anderson
    02:31
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    Impact of constituent letters on President Obama's healthcare reform efforts Jeanne Lambrew
    02:42
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    Annual review of drug overdose deaths and public awareness efforts Robert Trapp
    06:32
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    Senator Schatz's role in establishing Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument Christy Goldfuss
    03:18
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    Challenges and successes of the Endangered Species Act and species conservation efforts Christy Goldfuss
    03:09

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