Part 1 | Clinton

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

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Part 1 | Clinton American Experience

Premiered May 07, 2012

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Part 1 | Clinton

The biography of a president who rose from a broken childhood in Arkansas to become one of the most successful politicians in modern American history, and one of the most complex and conflicted characters to ever stride across the public stage.

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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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