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FRONTLINE  The FRONTLINE Interview: John Boehner

The speaker on why he tried for a "grand bargain" with Obama and why it fell apart. Details

 

Program: FRONTLINE

Episode: The FRONTLINE Interview: John Boehner

In a candid interview, the speaker discusses why he attempted to make a "grand bargain" with President Obama, why the talks were secret, what was behind the deal's failure and whether it's possible to achieve big deals in Washington.

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Duration: (31:12)
Premiere Date: 02/12/2013
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR
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