Hype: The Obama Effect
Interviews with numerous Washington insiders and media experts scrutinize Barack Obama's record on key issues during his historic presidential campaign.
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Interviews with numerous Washington insiders and media experts scrutinize Barack Obama's record on key issues during his historic presidential campaign.
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Barack Obama’s campaign for the U.S. presidency in 2008 marked a significant moment in American politics. The film examines his tenure in the Illinois state senate and his record in the U.S. Senate. It features interviews with Washington insiders, media experts, and politicians. Topics covered include Obama’s positions on taxes, immigration, energy, health care, abortion, and foreign policy, including the Iraq War. The documentary provides a critical look at the factors shaping his historic candidacy.
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