Washington Week with The Atlantic

Webcast Extra - September 9, 2011

Special | 8m 53s

On the Webcast Extra: The panelists get a behind the scenes look at the GOP debate. Who was nervous and who dominated? Also, Obama's job plan has sparked a full blown debate again. How can the long term debt be fixed? Are Republicans beginning to sound like they are slightly agreeing with Obama's jobs plan? Plus, a look back at Washington Week on the evening of September 11, 2001.

Aired: 09/09/11

Rating: NR

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