Clinton Chapter 1

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Clinton Chapter 1 American Experience

Premiered July 21, 2020

Clinton Chapter 1

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The first chapter of Clinton, premiering February 20 and 21 on PBS.

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Clinton Chapter 1

A president who rose from a broken childhood to a successful politician in modern America.

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Trailer | Clinton | American Experience

A behind the scenes look at American Experience's newest Presidential biography.

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Clinton Behind the Scenes

Clinton's helped the nation's grief after the Oklahoma City Bombing.

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Clinton and Crisis: The Oklahoma City Bombing

Clinton sought advice whether to lie about his relationship with Monica Lewinsky.

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Clinton and Lying: the Lewinsky Scandal

Clinton attempted to take control of the budget from Congress through "triangulation."

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Clinton and the Economy: Battle over the Budget

The vote on the budget bill came down to a Freshman Democrat, Marjorie Margolis Mezvinsky.

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Clinton and Unity: Passing the Budget Bill

An extended preview of "Clinton," rebroadcasting May 8 and 15, 2012.

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Clinton Extended Preview

In 1988, Clinton bungled the biggest speech of his young career.

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Clinton's Carson Appearance

First Lady Hillary Clinton was unsatisfied by the traditional role of the First Lady.

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Clinton's First Lady: Hillary

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One of the most complex and conflicted characters to ever stride across the public stage.

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