Washington Week with The Atlantic

News and Public Affairs Series / 22 Seasons

Washington Week with The Atlantic is the longest-running primetime news and public affairs program on television. The show features a group of journalists participating in a roundtable discussion of major news events and can be found at 8pm ET on most local PBS stations.

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26m 46s

Webcast Extra - March 16, 2012

6m 36s

On the Webcast Extra: Afghanistan, Syria and the economy were among the topics President Obama and British Prime Minister David Cameron discussed at the White House this week. What did this visit say about their special relationship? Also, how the recent massacre in Afghanistan underscore the horrors of war. Plus, on the campaign trail, are there states where voter outreach is more important?

Webcast Extra - March 9, 2012

6m 2s

On the Webcast Extra: As the GOP presidential candidates slug through more primary contests, a new television movie, "Game Change," provides voters with a chance to look back at the 2008 presidential race. It and other political films take viewers inside the boiler room environment of electoral campaigns. Also, how the Rush Limbaugh contraception issue has affected Democrats and Republicans.

Webcast Extra - March 2, 2012

6m 48s

On the Webcast Extra: What should we expect from the remaining four GOP presidential candidates on Super Tuesday? What could a win in Ohio signal for Mitt Romney or Rick Santorum? Plus, what would next week's primaries mean for Rep. Ron Paul and Newt Gingrich? Also, what it will take to unify Republicans for the general election.

Webcast Extra - February 24, 2012

8m 13s

On the Webcast Extra: What are the new developments in U.S. and Iran relations? What would a post-Assad Syria look like? Plus, how Super PAC spending changes the campaign landscape. What's next for the GOP presidential campaign after Super Tuesday. Also, remembering journalists we've lost in Syria.

Webcast Extra - February 17, 2012

7m 29s

On the Webcast Extra: Do Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul still have a shot in the GOP primary? Plus, how will the Republican budget differ from President Obama's budget? Also, the debate over unemployment benefits versus payroll tax cuts. Plus, what's next for Syria?

Webcast Extra - February 10, 2012

8m 29s

On the Webcast Extra: how big of a deal was the billion dollar mortgage settlement this week? Plus, President Obama reverse decision on Super PACs. Also, notes from CPAC, including Ron Paul's absence, Newt Gingrich's speech, and possible outcomes of the Straw Poll.

Webcast Extra - February 3, 2012

6m 46s

On the Webcast Extra: February brings more caucuses and primaries in the hunt for the GOP presidential nomination. How are the candidates positioning themselves for the months ahead? Also, how are women affecting the vote? Economic issues continue to dominate the campaign trail. The latest job numbers show an improving economy. What trends do they indicate for the future?

Webcast Extra--January 27, 2012

6m 16s

On the Webcast Extra: How are Florida political leaders Senator Marco Rubio and former Governor Jeb Bush impacting the campaign landscape? Also, Barack Obama's message of economic fairness is juxtaposed against the rhetoric of Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum. And with Jack Lew taking the reigns, how the White House looks at the shifting race.

Webcast Extra - January 20, 2012

7m 45s

On the Webcast Exta: The panelists discuss what the voters are saying as they report from across South Carolina. Also, analysis of the evangelical and tea party's presence in the South Carolina primary. Is the Republican party in the middle of an identity crisis? And a look at what influence Nikki Haley and South Carolina's congressional representatives have on the race.

Webcast Extra - January 13, 2012

7m 52s

In the Webcast Extra: why did the judge rule against the GOP candidates who failed to get on the Presidential primary ballot? Plus, millions of dollars are being spent in Florida, even though the South Carolina primary hasn't yet happened. Plus, negative ads are more effective than positive ones, and President Barack Obama gets involved in attacks on Mitt Romney.

Webcast Extra - January 6, 2012

7m 3s

In the Webcast Extra: The GOP and President Barack Obama have different reactions to the new unemployment numbers released today, but voters still consider the economy and government broken. Plus the reporters share their memories covering Iowa and New Hampshire and reflect on why the old fashion foot campaigns in small states still matter.

Webcast Extra - December 23, 2011

7m 40s

The panelists answer viewer-submitted questions. Topics include: the Federal Reserve's possible responses to a European Union financial crisis, the economy, how House Speaker John Boehner disciplines the Tea Party Representatives, the possibility of a third party presidential candidate and more.

Webcast Extra - December 16, 2011

7m 28s

Is campaigning in Iowa different this year than in years past? Are GOP candidates as organized in swing states as President Barack Obama's campaign? Plus, can substantial progress be made between the White House and Congress?

Webcast Extra - December 9, 2011

7m 58s

On the Webcast Extra: Herman Cain drops out of the GOP race. And as Newt Gingrich rises in the polls, Republicans are beginning to view him as being as electable as Mitt Romney. Plus, President Barack Obama may make a recess appointment for his nominee to the Consumer Financial Protection Agency.

Webcast Extra - December 2, 2011

7m

Webcast Extra: The National Journal Political Insiders Poll asks, which candidate has the best chance of beating President Barack Obama in 2011, Newt Gingrich or Mitt Romney? Plus, Iowa becomes more important for some candidates and less important for others. Also, which is more important to voters: unemployment, national deficit, or tax policy?

Webcast Extra - November 23, 2011

6m 22s

On the Webcast Extra: Mitt Romney releases a television advertisement that uses Barack Obama's words out of context. And what are Romney's chances in Iowa? Also, is Grover Norquist the Democrats' budget bogeyman. And why the Holiday economic news is a little better this year.

Webcast Extra - November 18, 2011

9m 16s

On the Webcast Extra: The latest National Journal poll on the debt reduction deal. Who's more skeptical, Democrats or Republicans? Also, will the Supreme Court make history allowing cameras in the courtroom to hear the legal challenges to health care reform? And, Rick Perry turns President Obama's "lazy" comment into a campaign ad.

Webcast Extra - November 11, 2011

8m 33s

On the Webcast Extra: On this Veterans Day recognizing the significant divide between the U.S. military and most Americans. GOP presidential hopefuls views on the auto industry bailout and tax reform. What's fueling the pessimism among voters? Plus, what if any progress is the super committee making ahead of the November 23 deadline?

Webcast Extra - November 4, 2011

7m 24s

On the Webcast Extra: Politics is at its most interesting when politicians color outside the lines. GOP candidates Rick Perry and Herman Cain loosen up with humor while hitting the campaign trail. And, who are the Koch brothers? Plus, economic optimists are mostly in the upper middle class group and the pessimists are in the working middle classes. How will Obama avoid alienating either group?

Webcast Extra - October 28, 2011

7m 47s

On the Webcast Extra: the panelists respond to the viral Herman Cain video of his campaign manager smoking a cigarette. Also, is there room in the campaign for another front runner? And the Obama administration still struggles to take control of the economy. Plus, the super committee has some wiggle room when it comes to budget cuts.

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