Washington Week with The Atlantic

From the Vault: President Clinton's Reelection

Clip: Season 2012 | 4m 30s

In his 1996 reelection, President Clinton tried to claim the role as the fiscal responsibility candidate from the Republicans, much like President Obama is trying to do today. Take a look at the 96 State of the Union. Original air date: January 26, 1996. Moderator: Ken Bode. Panelists: Gloria Borger, US News; Alan Murray, Wall Street Journal; Todd Purdum, New York Times; Mara Liasson, NPR.

Aired: 02/14/12

Rating: NR

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