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“My Brother’s Keeper” Alliance to Expand Opportunities for Young Men of Color

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President Obama is turning his My Brother’s Keeper initiative into an outside alliance that will live on after his presidency.  He described the new effort at an event in New York City on Monday, May 4, 2015.  Michelle Bernard discusses the initiative and the need for comprehensive education reform with NPR’s Mara Liasson. LISTEN TO […]

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How Senate Republicans’ Stalling Loretta Lynch Paves the Way for Hillary Clinton

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By: Michelle D. Bernard Posted: April 13 2015 2:56 PM Today is Monday, April 13, 2015. Unlike any other humdrum, “I wish every week were a three-day holiday” Monday, this Monday might be forever remembered as one of the most politically and culturally important days in the history of the United States. As a result […]

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Hillary Clinton, the 2016 Presidential Election & Women in Politics

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  Posted: Wednesday, April 1, 2015 12:00 am By Mariah Anderson, mariah.anderson@iowastatedaily.com Michelle Bernard, an attorney, author and political analyst, touched on bipartisanship, the importance of women’s voices in government, the possibility of Hillary Clinton running for president and other issues in her lecture at the Memorial Union on Tuesday night. Bernard, who often serves […]

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The Iran Nuclear Deal and President Obama’s Legacy

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The tentative nuclear deal struck with Iran is a pivotal moment in world history – how will it affect President Obama’s legacy? Michelle D. Bernard, president of the Bernard Center for Women, Politics & Public Policy,  The Hill’s A.B. Stoddard, and The Daily Beast’s Jackie Kucinich have more. VIDEO HERE: Air Date:  April 2, 2015

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Is Hillary Clinton Ready to Launch Another “Listening Tour?”

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It appears Hillary Clinton will embark on a “listening tour,” as she did in her successful Senate run in 2000, to try and recapture that voice of authenticity. Michelle Bernard, Jonathan Capehart, and Michael Tomasky discuss. VIDEO HERE: Air Date: March 27th, 2015

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With Harry Reid Retiring, Who Will Take Over His Leadership Spot?

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Senate minority leader Harry Reid (D-NV) is not seeking re-election for his seat in 2016. New York Senator Chuck Schumer looks primed to take over as the Democratic leader when Reid retires. The Hardball Roundtable, Michelle Bernard, Jonathan Capehart and Michael Tomasky debate his and others’ chances. VIDEO HERE: Air Date: March 27th, 2015.

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Hillary Clinton: Democrats Desire A Competitive Primary Race

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Some of  former secretary Hillary Clinton’s biggest supporters want to see a competitive presidential primary in 2016, saying it would be good for the party.  The Bernard Center’s Michelle Bernard, Slate’s Jamelle Bouie, and the Washington Post’s Dana Milbank join the conversation. VIDEO HERE:  Air Date:  February 20, 2015

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Jeb Bush’s $100k A Plate Fundraiser

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Rev. Sharpton talks to Michelle Bernard, Seema Iyer and Jimmy Williams about a February 10, 2015 fundraiser for GOP 2016 presidential candidate Jeb Bush, which charged so much money, Wall Streeters are balking at the price. VIDEO HERE: Air Date: February 11, 2015    

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Possible Terror Plot at the 2009 Inauguration

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Rev. Sharpton talks to Michelle Bernard, Seema Iyer and Jimmy Williams about details in David Axelrod’s book where he details a potential terror threat during Pres. Obama’s 2009 inauguration. VIDEO HERE: Air Date: February 11, 2015  

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The Best Absurdities from 2014 Campaign Trail

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Michelle D. Bernard, Michael Steele and Howard Fineman join Chris Matthews to discuss 2014’s most absurd moments from the campaign trail. VIDEO HERE: Air Date:  January 2, 2015

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