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U.S. to Aid Syrian Rebels, NSA Leaks, Immigration and SCOTUS Air date: 06-15-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365026940/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The U.S. plans military support for Syrian rebels after determining President Assad’s troops have used chemical weapons, the national security and political fallout of Edward Snowden's NSA leaks, Congress moves towards immigration reform and the latest SCOTUS decision.  Joining Gwen: Mark Mazzetti... /episodes/get/9476 /episode/9476 Washington Week: U.S. to Aid Syrian Rebels, NSA Leaks, Immigration and SCOTUS /episode-player/9476
NSA Phone Surveillance and Obama's National Security Team Air date: 06-08-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365023887/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The Fallout from the NSA collecting phone records and Internet data. Also, Obama announced the appointment of Susan Rice as his new national security adviser and Samantha Power to succeed Rice at the United Nations.  Plus, Congress tackles the growing problem of military sexual assaults. Joining... /episodes/get/9434 /episode/9434 Washington Week: NSA Phone Surveillance and Obama's National Security Team /episode-player/9434
Races to Watch in 2013 and 2014 Air date: 06-01-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365020521/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false In the Webcast Extra: our panelists discuss the midterm races to watch including races in Colorado, Minnesota, and Virginia.  Will President Obama and Democrats suffer losses in the 2014 elections?  Can Republicans recruit top-tier candidates? /episodes/get/9381 /episode/9381 Washington Week: Races to Watch in 2013 and 2014 /episode-player/9381
Democratic Dilemma, GOP Plight and the Tea Party Air date: 06-01-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365020520/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The panelists analyze the multiple controversies facing Obama and Democrats including problems implementing the Affordable Care Act. Plus, the internal struggles among Republicans trying to overhaul the partyahead of the 2014 midterm elections. Joining Gwen: Amy Walter, Cook Political Report;... /episodes/get/9382 /episode/9382 Washington Week: Democratic Dilemma, GOP Plight and the Tea Party /episode-player/9382
Combating Terrorism, IRS Fallout, Paying for Disaster Relief Air date: 05-25-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365017809/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false We examine Obama’s national security speech in which he called for limits on U.S. drone strike use. Also, has the government lost credibility with the IRS scandal? Plus, paying for disaster relief and immigration reform clears a major hurdle.  Joining Gwen: Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times; Dan... /episodes/get/9325 /episode/9325 Washington Week: Combating Terrorism, IRS Fallout, Paying for Disaster Relief /episode-player/9325
2nd Term Distractions and President Obama’s Priorities Air date: 05-25-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365017814/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false In the Webcast Extra: investigations continue into the IRS targeting the tea party, the Benghazi attack, and the seizure of journalist’s phone records.  What are President Obama’s achievable priorities? Our panelists discuss the president’s second term distractions. /episodes/get/9326 /episode/9326 Washington Week: 2nd Term Distractions and President Obama’s Priorities /episode-player/9326
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Webcast Extra - July 29, 2011
On the Webcast EXTRA: Divided government: good or bad? National Journal Insiders Poll. Also, does it feel like it is "old school" politics vs. "new school" in Washington? Plus, in the middle of the debt crisis, Wall Street stays optimistic and Nancy Pelosi keeps the Democrats in line.
Air date: 07/29/2011
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2075241537/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false On the Webcast EXTRA: Divided government: good or bad? National Journal Insiders Poll. Also, does it feel like it is "old school" politics vs. "new school" in Washington? Plus, in the middle of the debt crisis, Wall Street stays optimistic and Nancy Pelosi keeps the Democrats in line. /episodes/get/9307 /episode/9307 Washington Week: Webcast Extra - July 29, 2011 /episode-player/9307
July 29, 2011
Lawmakers prepare to work through the weekend to reach a debt deal and avoid a U.S. default. What will it take to break the stalemate and how would a default impact Americans? Plus, how Obama, Boehner, and Reid have played it so far. Joining Gwen Ifill: Major Garrett, National Journal; Jeanne...
Air date: 07/29/2011
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2075319968/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Lawmakers prepare to work through the weekend to reach a debt deal and avoid a U.S. default. What will it take to break the stalemate and how would a default impact Americans? Plus, how Obama, Boehner, and Reid have played it so far. Joining Gwen Ifill: Major Garrett, National Journal; Jeanne... /episodes/get/3964 /episode/3964 Washington Week: July 29, 2011 /episode-player/3964
August 5, 2011
The economy is the worst it's been in years. Why and how did we get to this point? Also, with all the infighting in Washington these past 3-months, how did the debt deal come together and how will it effect the 2012 elections? Also, voter confidence and its impact on the polls. With Michael Duffy,...
Air date: 08/05/2011
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2083058166/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The economy is the worst it's been in years. Why and how did we get to this point? Also, with all the infighting in Washington these past 3-months, how did the debt deal come together and how will it effect the 2012 elections? Also, voter confidence and its impact on the polls. With Michael Duffy,... /episodes/get/3906 /episode/3906 Washington Week: August 5, 2011 /episode-player/3906
Webcast Extra - August 5, 2011
In the Webcast EXTRA: Everyone expects Texas Governor Rick Perry to run for President. What will his impact be on the GOP race? Plus, the U.S. credit rating has been downgraded so what does this mean for the country and the President?
Air date: 08/05/2011
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2083058175/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false In the Webcast EXTRA: Everyone expects Texas Governor Rick Perry to run for President. What will his impact be on the GOP race? Plus, the U.S. credit rating has been downgraded so what does this mean for the country and the President? /episodes/get/9306 /episode/9306 Washington Week: Webcast Extra - August 5, 2011 /episode-player/9306
Webcast Extra - August 12, 2011
The 2012 GOP presidential candidates could not escape a flurry of tough economic questions during the debate. Also, the panel discusses the newly appointed "super committee" and their though assignment to reduce the deficit. Plus, Tim Geithner decides to stay on as U.S. Treasury Secretary.
Air date: 08/12/2011
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2091283814/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The 2012 GOP presidential candidates could not escape a flurry of tough economic questions during the debate. Also, the panel discusses the newly appointed "super committee" and their though assignment to reduce the deficit. Plus, Tim Geithner decides to stay on as U.S. Treasury Secretary. /episodes/get/4134 /episode/4134 Washington Week: Webcast Extra - August 12, 2011 /episode-player/4134
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