Theda Skocpol - Obama and America's Political Future
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Channel: GBH Forum Network · 2012 · News & Politics
Theda Skocpol, Harvard Professor of Government and Sociology, discusses her new book, "Obama and America's Political Future," presented by Harvard Book Store. Barack Obama's victory in 2008 opened the door to major reforms. But the president quickly faced skepticism from supporters and fierce opposition from Republicans. What happened to Obama's "new New Deal"? Why have his achievements enraged opponents more than they have satisfied supporters? How has the Tea Party's ascendance reshaped American politics? What are the possible consequences for both parties, and the U.S. public, after the 2012 election? More lectures at http://forum-network.org This talk took place on September 4, 2012.
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