Washington Week RSS feed for PBS programming.http://video.pbs.orgen-ushttp://video.pbs.orgThu, 20 Jun 2013 07:42:10 -0400Thu, 20 Jun 2013 07:42:10 -0400http://video.pbs.org/video/2365026943/In the Webcast Extra, our panelists discuss the Supreme Court's pending ruling on the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Also, what could happen to the immigration reform bill once it transitions to the House? Plus, John Kerry's role in the State Department when making final decisions about Syria.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365026943/06/14/2013The SCOTUS & the Voting Rights Act, Immigration reform, and John Kerry's role with SyrianrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsSegmenthttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365026940/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, New York Times; Karen Tumulty, Washington Post, Alan Gomez, USA Today and Joan Biskupic, Reuters.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365026940/06/14/2013U.S. to support Syrian rebels, Edward Snowden leaks, and Congress on immigration reformnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365024188/With recent revelations about the National Security Agency's expansive data-collection efforts, we look in our vault to May 12, 2006, when our panelists discussed the fallout over a secret NSA program that tracked millions of phone calls during the Bush administration. The discussion highlights an historic debate over how far the government should go in surveillance of Americans.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365024188/06/10/2013Our panelists discussed the fallout over a secret NSA program on our May 12, 2006 show.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentNational SecurityNational SecurityPoliticsPoliticsCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365023887/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 Gwen: Martha Raddatz of ABC News, David Sanger of The New York Times; Pete Williams of NBC News.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365023887/06/07/2013NSA Phone Surveillance, Obama's National Security Team, and Military Sexual AssaultsnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365023890/In the Webcast Extra, our panelists discuss the Supreme Court’s decision on collecting DNA samples from suspects. Also, Eric Holder is in a precarious position and Obama’s agenda for his meeting with Chinese president Xi. Martha Raddatz discusses Bradley Manning on trial for WikiLeaks.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365023890/06/07/2013SCOTUS DNA Decision, Eric Holder, President Xi, and Bradley Manning’s WikiLeaks HearingnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsSegmenthttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365020521/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?http://video.pbs.org/video/2365020521/05/31/2013What will be the midterm elections to watch? Our panelists discuss.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365020520/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; Alexis Simendinger, Real Clear Politics; Reid Wilson, National Journal Hotline; Molly Ball, the Atlantic.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365020520/05/31/2013The challenges Democrats and Republicans currently face within their own parties.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365018931/Gwen Ifill and Dan Balz of The Washington Post look back at the illustrious career of Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post columnist and Washington Week regular Haynes Johnson.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365018931/05/29/2013Gwen Ifill and Dan Balz remember Washington Week panelist Haynes JohnsonnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBiography & ProfilesBiography & ProfilesMediaMediaPoliticsPoliticsNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsOpinion & AnalysisOpinion & AnalysisPoliticsPoliticsMediaMediaCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365017809/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 Balz, Washington Post; Charles Babington, Associated Press; and Fawn Johnson of National Journal.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365017809/05/24/2013Obama limits the use of drone strikes; the effect of the IRS scandal on Obama's standing.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365017814/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.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365017814/05/24/2013Our panelists discuss the president’s second term priorities and distractions.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365015400/Gwen fill advises the 2013 Wake Forest University graduates to ‘care about something’ in her commencement address.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365015400/05/21/2013Gwen Ifill gave the 2013 commencement address at Wake Forest UniversitynrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentBiography & ProfilesBiography & ProfilesSegmenthttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365014186/The latest on the three scandals dogging the Obama administration this week involving the IRS, the Justice Department, the Associated Press and the attack on the US embassy in Benghazi. How is the administration handling damage control? Joining Gwen: Gloria Borger, CNN; John Dickerson, Slate Magazine and CBS News; John Harwood, CNBC and the New York Times; Ed O’Keefe, Washington Post.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365014186/05/17/2013How is the administration handling damage control of this week’s scandals?nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365014208/In the Webcast Extra: our panelists discuss progress in Congress to reform the immigration system. Also, why did the House Republicans vote to repeal Obamacare again this week? How is the shrinking budget deficit a “double-edged sword?” And why are Congressional Republicans holding up Obama’s cabinet nominees?http://video.pbs.org/video/2365014208/05/17/2013Congress made progress on immigration reform and voted to repeal the health care law.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365010355/In the Webcast Extra, our panelists discuss the rise in sexual assaults in the military. Also, the IRS is under fire for auditing conservative tea party groups. Bloomberg’s Jeanne Cummings reports on the Mark Sanford’s victory in the South Carolina special election. And ABC’s Jeff Zeleny reports about Prince Harry’s visit to Washington.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365010355/05/10/2013The return of Mark Sanford, Prince Harry visits DC, and rebranding gun legislationnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsSegmenthttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365010365/The latest on the House Oversight Committee hearings on Benghazi, the diplomatic dance between the U.S. and Russia over the Syrian civil war, Congress addresses immigration and guns, and African-Americans in 2012 voted at a higher rate than white Americans. At the roundtable: Peter Baker, New York Times; Charles Babington, AP; Jeanne Cummings, Bloomberg News; and Jeff Zeleny of ABC News.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365010365/05/10/2013Benghazi hearings, Syrian diplomacy, immigration and the changing electoratenrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365008928/Different hospitals charge wildly different amounts for the same procedures, even in the same city. New data from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid shows a vast billing disparity between health care centers. Jeffrey Brown explores some striking examples and what these numbers mean with Barry Meier of The New York Times.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365008928/05/08/2013Seeking Method in Madness of Hospital Billing DisparitiesnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsHealthHealthSegmenthttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365006896/The latest on the Boston bombing investigation including the arrest of Dzokhar Tsarnaev’s three friends. Also, President Obama renews his commitment to close Guantanamo Bay. Plus, Obama's second-term agenda is being tested by unexpected events. Joining Gwen: Pete Williams, NBC News; Michael Duffy, TIME; Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times; and Christi Parson of Tribune.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365006896/05/03/2013The latest on the Boston bombing investigations and Obama’s pledge to close GITMO.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365006903/In the Webcast Extra, NBC’s Pete Williams shares his experience covering the Boston Marathon bombing. Also, President Obama may have a “red line” for intervention in Syria, but he the line is fluid. And in Mexico, President Obama pushes for immigration reform.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365006903/05/03/2013We look at Pete Williams reporting of the Boston bombing, red lines in Syria, and immigratnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsSegmenthttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365003141/The latest on the Boston bombing investigation and the U.S. assessment that Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria used chemical weapons. Also, U.S. Senator Max Baucus will not be seeking re-election. Plus, the dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum. Joining Gwen: Martha Raddatz, ABC News; James Kitfield, National Journal; Susan Davis, USA Today; Dan Balz, Washington Post.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365003141/04/26/2013Boston bombing investigation, Syria's chemical weapons, Baucus' retirementnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2365002462/Gwen Ifill spoke with Jeb Bush and Bill Bradley about bipartisanship to prove that it was possible for leaders from opposite sides of the aisle to disagree on big things without being disagreeable.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365002462/04/26/2013Gwen Ifill moderated a discussion with Jeb Bush and Bill Bradley at Guilford College.nrGovernmentGovernmentNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsOpinion & AnalysisOpinion & AnalysisPoliticsPoliticsSocial IssuesSocial IssuesBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyMediaMediaCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364999636/In the webcast extra we look at what the media got wrong in its coverage of Boston and the Ricin laced letters that amplified tensions in an already turbulent time. Also, what does Mark Sanford’s future hold void of GOP support? Finally, on a lighter note, a former president welcomes a new granddaughter and opens his library.http://video.pbs.org/video/2364999636/04/19/2013The media’s job in Boston, Ricin scares, & what’s new with Mark Sanford & President Bush?nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsSegmenthttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364999628/In a week that stunned the nation, we look at the attack on the Boston Marathon and the suspect manhunt that has consumed the city of Boston. Also, we look at the politics behind the “shameful” defeat of gun control legislation. Plus, how do leaders respond to uncertain times. Joining Gwen: Tom Gjelten, NPR; Peter Baker, New York Times; Jeff Zeleny, ABC News; Karen Tumulty, Washington Post.http://video.pbs.org/video/2364999628/04/19/2013The Boston Marathon bombing and the Senate’s defeat of gun control legislationnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364998254/While the investigation into the bombings at the Boston Marathon continues, we look in our vault to April 21, 1995 when our panelists discussed the domestic terrorist bombing of the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. The attack – 18 years ago this week – by Timothy McVeigh and his co-conspirators claimed 168 lives and remained the deadliest terror attack on America soil until September 11.http://video.pbs.org/video/2364998254/04/18/2013The bombing on April 19, 1995, was the deadliest domestic terror attack until 9/11.nrHistoryHistoryNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364995905/We discuss whether the States are tired of waiting on Congress for gun reform and taking matters into their own hands. Recently, American’s attitudes have shifted on some social issues. Why does abortion continue to be the exception to the rule? Also, how is Obama helping his fellow Democrats up for reelection in 2014? Finally, after a scandal filled week, what exactly is happening in Kentucky?http://video.pbs.org/video/2364995905/04/12/2013We look at Obama fundraising, the Kentucky Senate race, States on Gun reform & America’s cnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364995898/The Senate voted to begin debating legislation to curb gun violence. Also, Obama’s $3.8 trillion budget plan that rankled both Republicans and Democrats. Plus, the political calculation behind the president’s outreach to conservatives. Joining Gwen: Ed O’Keefe, Washington Post; John Harwood CNBC and New York Times; John Dickerson, Slate Magazine & CBS News; Alexis Simendinger, Real Clear Politicshttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364995898/04/12/2013e gun debate moves forward, the President's budget proposal and his political calculationsnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364991715/North Korea continues its hostile rhetoric and saber-rattling prompting concerns over their nuclear capabilities. Also, do today’s job numbers signify a cooling economy? Plus, momentum for new immigration legislation and this week’s political wrap-up. Joining Gwen: David Sanger, New York Times; David Wessel, Wall Street Journal; Fawn Johnson, National Journal; Amy Walter, Cook Political Report.http://video.pbs.org/video/2364991715/04/05/2013North Korea continues to be problematic and focus on the economy, immigration and politicsnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364991726/On the Webcast Extra: we discuss states, tired of a divided Congress, that are taking gun issues into their own hands. What does King Abdullah's visit to the U.S. foreshadow about his country’s relationship with Syria and Iran? Finally, can two Republicans who lost their Senate seats make it back to the Hill?http://video.pbs.org/video/2364991726/04/05/2013We look at states tackling guns, King Abdullah’s visit, and the new White House Budget.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364319408/In the Webcast Extra we discuss, we discuss Chief Justice John Roberts' cousin who was in the Supreme Court this week and North Dakota's restrictive abortion laws. Also this week, Ashley Judd announced she would not run against Mitch McConnell in the Kentucky Senate Race. And will a guest worker program be part of immigration reform?http://video.pbs.org/video/2364319408/03/29/2013Senate retirements ahead of the 2014 elections, Supreme Court decisions on illegal search.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2364317921/The Supreme Court heard two same-sex marriage cases this week. We look at the similarities and differences between these cases and the shift in public opinion on same-sex marriage. Also, Obama urges Congress to pass gun legislation. Joining Doyle McManus of the Los Angeles Times: Joan Biskupic, Reuters; Pete Williams, NBC News; John Harwood, CNBC and New York Times; Dan Balz, Washington Post.http://video.pbs.org/video/2364317921/03/29/2013Supreme Court concluded arguments on gay marriage and Obama prods Congress on gun laws.nrEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2346011196/Republicans and Democrats unveiled their budget proposals this week, and President Obama travelled to Capitol Hill to broker a bipartisan deal. Meanwhile, Republicans met for the annual Conservative Political Action Conference where rising GOP stars rallied activists. Joining Gwen: John Dickerson, Slate and CBS News; Amy Walter, Cook Political Report; and Jeanne Cummings, Bloomberg.http://video.pbs.org/video/2346011196/03/15/2013Obama's charm offensive, bipartisan budget compromise, and Republicans attend CPACnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2346020293/In the webcast extra, we look at Senator Portman’s announcement that he supports marriage equality. Congress and CPAC heat up over the newest developments in the gun debate. Palin heads to CPAC Sunday, while Vice President Biden wants America to know what it’s like to be him. Finally, how much have press conferences changed in 100 years.http://video.pbs.org/video/2346020293/03/15/2013We look at new tensions in the gun debate, a new GOP senator supporting marriage equalitynrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2342758348/As President Obama travels to Capitol Hill to meet with Republicans and Democrats to negotiate a budget compromise, we look in our Vault to 2009 when Obama headed to the Democrat-controlled Congress to garner bipartisan support for economic stimulus. No Republicans supported the bill when it passed the next day. Alexis Simendinger and John Dickerson discuss the effort at bipartisanship.http://video.pbs.org/video/2342758348/03/13/2013We look back at President Obama's previous trip to Capitol Hill in January 2009.nrGovernmentGovernmentNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2341634906/The panelists examine Obama's Republican “charm offensive” aimed at finding bipartisan solutions to the budget crisis. Also, with the stock market surge and positive job numbers, we look at the the unexpected boom following the spending cuts. Plus, the implications of Rand Paul's 13-hour filibuster. Joining Gwen: Greg Ip, Economist; and Susan Davis, USA Today; and Charles Babington, AP.http://video.pbs.org/video/2341634906/03/08/2013Obama's new budget strategy, unemployment dips, Rand Paul’s filibuster consequencesnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2341636827/In the webcast extra, we look at if the fiscal cliff could have sparked the economic recovery. We also preview next week's budget negotiations. Plus, we discuss the Caitlin Halligan filibuster that no one is talking about.http://video.pbs.org/video/2341636827/03/08/2013The panelists preview nest week's budget negotiations in the Senate.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2339780298/The panelists discuss Ben Bernanke's testimony this week and what it means for the future of the economy. Also, what is it like inside the chambers of the Supreme Court during its more controversial hearings? Finally, we look at Chris Christie’s always evolving relationship with conservatives.http://video.pbs.org/video/2339780298/03/01/2013We look at Chris Christie and the GOP, the ambiance of the Supreme Court.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2339780136/We look at why the White House and Congress could not reach a deal to avoid the sequester before the March 1 deadline. Plus, the potential economic impact of mandatory federal spending cuts. Also, we analyze the Supreme Court case that challenges a key part of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Joining Gwen: Joan Biskupic, Reuters; Gloria Borger, CNN; and David Wessel, Wall Street Journal.http://video.pbs.org/video/2339780136/03/01/2013The impact of sequester budget cuts and a look at the SCOTUS Voting Rights Act casenrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2338505722/On February 23, 1967, WETA launched a new public affairs roundtable program called Washington Week in Review. 46-years later, Washington Week continues as a venerable staple of PBS programming every Friday night. The one constant: announcer Paul Anthony, who has been with the program since the very beginning. He shares his reflections on the early days and evolution of Washington Week.http://video.pbs.org/video/2338505722/02/25/2013Washington Week's announcer Paul Anthony share his reflections on the show's history.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsMediaMediaCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2338015809/We continue our discussion on gun violence with Gabby Giffords’ increased role in the current political debate. Also, is our border really as unsecure as some claim? What do Simpson and Bowles have to offer in their new plan to help reduce the deficit? Finally, Iran’s new developments in nuclear power.http://video.pbs.org/video/2338015809/02/22/2013Border safety, debt reduction, Iranian nuclear power, Gabby Giffords role in gun debatenrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2338015530/We look at the countdown to automatic spending cuts on March 1, China's alleged hacking of U.S. businesses, and gun violence in America as part of the PBS special programming 'After Newtown.' Joining Gwen: John Harwood, CNBC and New York Times; David Sanger, New York Times; Molly Ball, The Atlantic; Sari Horwitz, Washington Post.http://video.pbs.org/video/2338015530/02/22/2013Countdown to spending cuts, China hacking U.S. businesses, and the divide over gun rights.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2335840780/We look at the President's State of the Union address and his follow-up three-city trip, the key messages in the Sen. Rubio's Republican rebuttal, and former Sen. Chuck Hagel's stalled confirmation. Joining John Dickerson of Slate Magazine: Karen Tumulty, Washington Post;Jeff Zeleny, New York Times; Todd Purdum, Vanity Fair; and Eamon Javers, CNBC.http://video.pbs.org/video/2335840780/02/15/2013We look at this year’s State of the Union address.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2335839733/On the Webcast Extra: The panelists examine how Romney and Obama’s campaign lawyers are working together to simplify voting. Also, is Obama’s new internet based executive order protective or just more regulation? Plus, how big personality may lead to big action in Congress and who we may see in 2016.http://video.pbs.org/video/2335839733/02/15/2013We look at voter reform, the new cyber act, Senator Schumer and the rising stars 2016.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2333355933/The Obama administration justifies the use of drones for targeted killings. Also, we examine the internal battles between establishment conservatives and the Tea Party, and Obama’s use of the bully pulpit against Congress. Plus, the Department of Justice S&P; lawsuit. Joining Gwen: Carrie Johnson, NPR; Alexis Simendinger, Real Clear Politics; Beth Reinhard, National Journal; Pete Williams, NBC Newshttp://video.pbs.org/video/2333355933/02/08/2013We look at target killings, GOP internal battles and Dept. of Justice lawsuit against S&P;.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2333360248/The panelists examine the choice of Marco Rubio as the GOP response to the State of the Union. Also, is the 1965 Voting Rights Act still necessary in the 21st century? Plus, what does the Boy Scout announcement delay mean for gay membership[ and will Obama be moving offices?http://video.pbs.org/video/2333360248/02/08/2013We look at Rubio’s popularity, possible oval office renovations, and Boy Scout delays.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2332634202/This one-on-one interview, hosted by journalist Gwen Ifill, will follow Berry Gordy's journey through Motown and beyond. The evening will also feature performances by special guests in tribute to the music mogulhttp://video.pbs.org/video/2332634202/02/06/2013Gwen Ifill interviews the legendary Berry Gordy about his life and legacynrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2331491068/The panelists examine Hillary Clinton’s legacy at the State Department. What were her accomplishments and failures? Also, did Gabrielle Giffords testimony at the gun hearing have a legislative impact? Plus, what can we expect from the Massachusetts special election for John Kerry’s Senate seat? Will Scott Brown be running for the state’s governorship?http://video.pbs.org/video/2331491068/02/01/2013We look at Clinton’s State Dept impact, Giffords’ testimony and Massachusetts politicsnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2331491050/With a combination of contrasting economic data, is the US economy really on the mend? Also, does the recent bipartisan push by Congress indicate a new era for immigration reform? Plus, Chuck Hagel’s chances of becoming the next Secretary of Defense. Joining Gwen: David Wessel, Wall Street Journal; Karen Tumulty, Washington Post, Fawn Johnson, National Journal; Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times.http://video.pbs.org/video/2331491050/02/01/2013We look at the state of the economy, the immigration reform push and Chuck Hagel’s hearingnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2330712110/This week President Obama praised a bipartisan immigration plan that would address the issue of 11 million undocumented immigrants. Six years ago, President George W. Bush's attempt at an immigration bill collapsed in the Senate, exposing a deep lack of support among his own party. We look back to our June 29, 2007 show, where Doyle McManus explains why Bush’s immigration reform efforts failed.http://video.pbs.org/video/2330712110/01/30/2013We look into our vault to examine the collapse of George W. Bush's 2007 immigration bill.nrGovernmentGovernmentLaw & Criminal JusticeLaw & Criminal JusticeNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsNational SecurityNational SecurityCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2329183773/15-years later, we look into the Vault to January 1998 as the news of Monica Lewinsky broke and set off the tide that led to the eventual impeachment of President Clinton.http://video.pbs.org/video/2329183773/01/25/2013The show when the Monica Lewinsky story brokenrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2329226733/On the Webcast Extra: John Boehner accuses Obama of annihilating the GOP. What does the ruling on Obama’s recess appointments mean for future presidents? Also, what some of the new cabinet members can expect during their terms and will North Africa become John Kerry’s main focus as Secretary of State?http://video.pbs.org/video/2329226733/01/25/2013Obama aims to "annihilate" the GOP, unconstitutional recess appointments and John KerrynrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2329226302/President 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.http://video.pbs.org/video/2329226302/01/25/2013Obama's inaugural speech, GOPs plans to recalibrate, women in combat, Clinton's hearings.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2327128390/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?http://video.pbs.org/video/2327128390/01/18/2013Gwen tests the panelists’ knowledge with some inauguration trivianrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2327128071/Amidst the pomp and circumstance surrounding President Obama’s inauguration, we take a closer look at the foreign and domestic policy issues confronting his second term. Plus, 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 Phttp://video.pbs.org/video/2327128071/01/18/2013Gwen and the panelists discuss pre-inauguration expectationsnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2326735594/As the country prepares for President Obama's second term, we look into our vault to January 21, 2005 when President George W. Bush had just been sworn into his second term and and our panelists examined his projected priorities and challenges.http://video.pbs.org/video/2326735594/01/17/2013We look back into our vault at President Bush's second-term inaugurationnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2326804663/As the country prepares for President Obama's second term, we look into our vault to January 23, 1997 when President Bill Clinton had just been sworn into his second term, and our panelists examined his projected priorities and challenges.http://video.pbs.org/video/2326804663/01/17/2013We look back into our vault at President Clinton's second-term inauguration.nrGovernmentGovernmentNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsMediaMediaCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2324898545/Obama's second-term cabinet continues to take shape with three new members nominated to his national security and economic teams. TheWhite 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, Tribunehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2324898545/01/11/2013The panelists look at the three nominations Preside Obama made to his second-term cabinet.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2324901791/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.http://video.pbs.org/video/2324901791/01/11/2013We look at the treasury nominee’s signature buzznrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2324022564/What can we expect from the 113th Congress? USA Today's Susan Davis examines the diversity of the new Congress, previews the big issues ahead, and discusses the influence of the Tea Party and chances for new members to help break partisan gridlock.http://video.pbs.org/video/2324022564/01/08/2013USA Today's Susan Davis examines what we expect from the 113th CongressnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsCliphttp://video.pbs.org/video/2323361859/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 113thCongress? Joining Gwen: Susan Davis, USA Today; Peter Baker, New York Times; Eamon Javers, CNBC; and Michael Viqueira, NBC News.http://video.pbs.org/video/2323361859/01/04/2013The dramatic fiscal cliff fight deal and the challenges facing the 113th CongressnrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2323363100/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?http://video.pbs.org/video/2323363100/01/04/2013Obama’s likely cabinet picks and the Tea Party’s congressional influencenrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.pbs.org/video/2321939334/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.http://video.pbs.org/video/2321939334/12/28/2012We review the top stories of 2012 covering the election, the presidency, congress and forenrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPoliticsPoliticsEpisode