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Inside 16 of the most influential presidential campaigns of the last 50 years.
Obama's Ups and Downs in Iowa and New Hampshire
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Messina and others discuss the tight race between Obama and Clinton during the primaries.
Palin Faced Sexism from the Media
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Experts discuss how the media focused on Palin's appearance and often objectified her.
Ross Perot's Rise From Humble Beginnings
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Ross Perot’s humble background and early career led to bold decisions later in life.
Ronald Reagan's Emergence as "The Great Communicator"
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Reagan's speeches on the economy, shrinking government, and optimism won over voters.
The Power of Jesse Jackson's 1984 Convention Speech
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Jesse Jackson's 1984 convention speech was moving for many at that year's DNC.
Jesse Jackson’s Influence on the Democratic Party
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Jesse Jackson used his campaign cast lasting change to the Democratic Party.
Experts Discuss the Strategy Obama Used to His Advantage
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Kathleen Jamieson and others discuss how Obama overpowered Hillary Clinton's advantages.
The Reaction to the First Female Nomination for VP
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Lynn Sherr and others discuss the enthusiastic reaction to Ferraro’s nomination.
Debating Palin's Preparedness to be Vice President
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Experts discuss how Palin’s unpreparedness to be vice president quickly became evident.
Nader vs the Democratic Machine
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Nader refused to drop out, and wasn't able to reach out to the Democratic party.
Ralph Nader Decides to Run in 2000
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Nader wanted to shift politics to favor the people.
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