Barack Obama
As a Guest
Barack Obama on his U.S. Senate Bid
Obama, an Illinois state senator, is considered the party's rising star. He is currently running against Republican Alan Keyes for a seat in the U.S. Senate. Obama's keynote address at the Democratic National Convention brought him to the attention of many Americans. He talks about the race and his memoir, Dreams From My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance.
As a Topic
'Into The Hands Of The Soldiers' Explores How The U.S. Contributed To Chaos In Egypt
New York Times correspondent David Kirkpatrick says the Obama White House watched Arab democracy fall, and now the Trump administration is embracing Egypt's autocratic president.
Journalist Warns Cyber Attacks Present A 'Perfect Weapon' Against Global Order
New York Times national security correspondent David Sanger says U.S. officials worry that foreign powers have planted malware that could knock out critical infrastructure, including electric power.
Obama Staffer Looks Back On His White House Years: 'It Can Take A Real Toll'
As a deputy national security advisor to President Obama, Ben Rhodes was part of the team that dealt with foreign policy crisis and initiatives. He also wrote presidential speeches.