Washington Week with The Atlantic

August 17, 2012

08/17/2012 | 21m 27s

Mitt Romney’s campaign received a jolt after announcing his running mate, Rep. Paul Ryan. Both campaigns came out swinging with new attacks ranging from policy to personal. Will Paul Ryan’s addition to the campaign change the direction of election? Joining Gwen: Jackie Calmes, The New York Times; Alexis Simendinger, RealClearPolitics; John Harris, POLITICO.

Aired: 08/17/12

Rating: NR

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