Washington Week with The Atlantic

Webcast Extra - May 20, 2011

Special | 8m 40s

Time Magazine asks, 'What makes powerful men pigs?' and our panel answers. A National Journal Political Insiders Poll shows the Democrats and Republicans both think Tim Pawlenty benefits most from Mike Huckabee's decision not to run. Also, a look at Obama's Mid-East speech intended audience and what happens to Dominique Strauss-Kahn now.

Aired: 05/20/11

Rating: NR

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