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Podcasts:
Obama's assertive and progressive inaugural address. How did the GOP respond and what’s next for the party? Also, the Pentagon lifts the ban on women serving in combat and Secretary Clinton's Benghazi testimony. Plus, a short-term debt ceiling deal. Joining Gwen: Dan Balz, Washington Post; Jeanne Cummings, Bloomberg News; Martha Raddatz, ABC News; John Harwood, CNBC and New York Times.
On the Webcast Extra: Gwen plays inauguration trivia with the panelists. Also, a look at Obama’s administration and staff four years later; who is still there and who is not? Plus, is the myth of the 2nd term curse true?
Amidst the pomp and circumstance surrounding Obama’s inauguration, we take a closer look at the foreign and domestic policy issues confronting his second term. The administration’s plan to take on gun violence and the debt ceiling. Joining Gwen: Peter Baker, New York Times; John Dickerson, Slate Magazine/CBS News; Amy Walter, Cook Political Report; Charles Babington, Associated Press.
On the Webcast Extra: The panelists examine the buzz around Jack Lew’s signature, the corporate money pouring into the inauguration, the diversity of Obama’s cabinet and corruption within Afghanistan.
Obama's new cabinet continues to take shape with three new members nominated to his national security and economic teams. The White House considers legislation to curb gun violence. Obama and Karzai agree to speed up Afghan military transition. Joining Gwen: Alexis Simendinger, Real Clear Politics; James Kitfield, National Journal; David Wessel, Wall Street Journal; Christi Parsons, Tribune News
On the Webcast Extra: The panelists examine the President’s possible picks to join his cabinet. What can we expect if Obama nominates Chuck Hagel as Secretary of Defense? Also, what legislation is likely to move with the incoming 113th congress? Plus, does the Tea Party still hold influence among congressional republicans?
We ring in 2013 with analysis of the last-minute bipartisan deal that averted a financial crisis and examine future battles between the White House and Congress over spending cuts and the deficit. Plus, will the partisan divide remain entrenched with the incoming 113th Congress? Joining Gwen: Susan Davis, USA Today; Peter Baker, New York Times; Eamon Javers, CNBC; and Michael Viqueira, NBC News.
On the Webcast Extra: The panelists examine the status of the ongoing fiscal cliff negotiations. What is Speaker John Boehner’s current role in brokering a deal? Also, how will the cliff and the impending debt ceiling impact President Obama’s second term priorities? Plus, will we be toasting over the fiscal cliff this New Year?
In our final show of 2012, we explore the year’s significant stories including President Obama’s re-election victory over Mitt Romney; Congress’ tumultuous battles with the White House; and the administration’s challenges abroad. Joining Gwen: Karen Tumulty, Washington Post; John Harwood, CNBC & New York Times; Michael Duffy, TIME Magazine; Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times.
On the Webcast Extra: The panelists examine the status of the ongoing fiscal cliff negotiations. What is Speaker John Boehner’s current role in brokering a deal? Also, how will the cliff and the impending debt ceiling impact President Obama’s second term priorities? Plus, will we be toasting over the fiscal cliff this New Year?
In our final show of 2012, we explore the year’s significant stories including President Obama’s re-election victory over Mitt Romney; Congress’ tumultuous battles with the White House; and the administration’s challenges abroad. Joining Gwen: Karen Tumulty, Washington Post; John Harwood, CNBC & New York Times; Michael Duffy, TIME Magazine; Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times.
On the Webcast Extra: The panelists discuss up and coming Republicans looking to fill the leadership void in the wake of Mitt Romney’s loss. Also, what does the passage of Michigan’s right-to-work legislation mean for the future of labor? Plus, what is the significance of North Korea’s rocket launch? After Susan Rice bows out, the panelists consider changes in the national security team.
Gun control debate is again at the forefront after a tragic Conn. school shooting. Amidst continued fiscal cliff talks, Susan Rice chooses not to pursue the Secretary of State nomination. Plus, the U.S. recognizes the Syrian opposition. Joining Gwen: Reid Wilson, National Journal Hotline; Martha Raddatz, ABC News; David Sanger, New York Times; John Dickerson, Slate Magazine and CBS News.
On the Webcast Extra: The panelists break down the ongoing unrest in post-Arab Spring Egypt as the people prepare to vote on a new constitution. Also, Alan Simpson’s take on “Gangnam Style” in an attempt to attract millennials to his debt reduction campaign. Plus a month later, the panelists discuss their favorite 2012 campaign lessons from top Obama and Romney advisers.
On the Webcast Extra: The panelists break down the ongoing unrest in post-Arab Spring Egypt as the people prepare to vote on a new constitution. Also, Alan Simpson’s take on “Gangnam Style” in an attempt to attract millennials to his debt reduction campaign. Plus a month later, the panelists discuss their favorite 2012 campaign lessons from top Obama and Romney advisers.
