Latest 60 Minutes: Politics videos
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President Barack Obama, Part One
March 22, 2009 | 2:26 PM PDT
From the AIG bonuses, to the economic meltdown, to the war in Afghanistan, it has been an eventful two months in office for President Obama. Steve Kroft has the behind-the-scenes interview.
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Bobby Jindal: The Future Of The GOP?
March 1, 2009 | 4:00 PM PST
He's been called the Republican Obama and some think he may run for the presidency some day. But his national debut caused some to doubt Bobby Jindal. Morley Safer profiles the governor of Louisiana.
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The Long-Shot Candidate
December 28, 2008 | 4:00 PM PST
In February 2007 Steve Kroft and 60 Minutes traveled to Illinois to meet a young, charismatic senator who was becoming a political phenomenon, but who few believed would become our nation's 44th president.
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Campaign Comeback
December 28, 2008 | 4:00 PM PST
Barack Obama's path to the White House was paved with many obstacles. It would take a miraculous win in the Iowa Caucus and a staff that just wouldn't quit to create the momentum he needed.
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"No Drama" Obama
December 28, 2008 | 4:00 PM PST
Barack Obama's historic presidential victory has left many in awe of how effective and disciplined his campaign was. Steve Kroft learned that Obama's mantra was "no drama" as he followed the candidate and his advisors from the DNC to Election Day.
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Calif. Gov's Bold Moves
December 23, 2008 | 6:58 AM PST
The former Hollywood action star-turned California governor may be facing his most formidable foe in a $40 billion state budget gap caused by the economic decline. Scott Pelley reports.
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Chairman Of The Board
December 14, 2008 | 4:00 PM PST
Rep. Barney Frank (D.-Mass.), whose position as House Financial Services Committee Chairman puts him right in the middle of the controversial government bailouts, talks to Lesley Stahl.
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Obama And The Presidency
November 16, 2008 | 4:00 PM PST
President-elect Barack Obama speaks with Steve Kroft about his thoughts and goals as our nation's next Commander-in-Chief.
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The Personal Transition
November 16, 2008 | 4:00 PM PST
The Obamas will soon be the youngest first family to move into the White House since the Kennedys nearly 50 years ago. Steve Kroft speaks with Barack and Michelle Obama about their personal transition.
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Obama's Inner Circle
November 9, 2008 | 4:00 PM PST
Steve Kroft goes behind the scenes on election night to speak to the brains whose strategy propelled Barack Obama into the White House.
