The most popular programs for the Road to the White House Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=275 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Sun, 19 May 2013 09:56:19 GMT Republican 2012 presidential candidate Mitt Romney was interviewed by [Des Moines Register] editorial board members. He talked about some of the differences between himself and fellow Republican candidate Newt Gingrich. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303113-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303113-2 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Barack Obama gave a speech to campaign supporters in Roanoke, Virginia. He talked about his middle-class tax cut plan and other economic issues. The speech generated controversy from Mitt Romney's campaign and among conservatives because of the president's statement regarding the infrastructure used by business owners: "Somebody invested in roads and bridges. If you've got a business, you didn't build that. Somebody else made that happen." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307056-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307056-2 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Texas Governor and Republican presidential candidate Rick Perry spoke at a Politics and Eggs breakfast in Bedford, New Hampshire. In his remarks he addressed his statement that Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke's efforts to improve the U.S. economy before the 2012 election are "almost treasonous." He also contrasted President Obama's economic and job creation policies with his own, and he talked about his beliefs regarding global climate change. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301090-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301090-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Representative Ron Paul spoke about his presidential campaign, focusing on reducing the size of government, libertarian ideals, and protecting individual liberties. He also talked about foreign policy and limiting American military entanglements overseas.He answered questions from the audience, including questions about drug policy and prohibition. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/3003-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/3003-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and Mitt Romney debated domestic policy issues in a nationally televised debate from the University of Denver. The debate, presented in the a split-screen format, focused on domestic policy. Topics included the state of the economy, tax policy, the future of Medicare, education, and government regulation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308511-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308511-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney gave keynote speeches at the 67th Annual Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City. The charity fundraiser is a traditional light-hearted joint appearance for presidential candidates where they joked about themselves, their opponents, and the 2012 campaign. Founded in 1946 by Francis Cardinal Spellman, the Foundation honors the memory of Alfred E. Smith who died in in 1944. Al Smith was a four-time governor of the state of New York and former presidential candidate. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308852-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308852-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT New Jersey Governor Chris Christie joined Former Governor Mitt Romney at a campaign event at the Hy-Vee West Lakes Shore grocery store in West Des Moines, Iowa. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303440-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303440-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Obama talked about jobs and the economy at Cuyahoga Community College. In his remarks he framed the voters' choice as one on the future direction of the country, not as a referendum on the state of the economy. He acknowledged that the economy was not where it needed to be, but said he believed Mitt Romney's recipe for growth was wrong. He also emphasized the refusal of Republicans to pass any economic plans that involved raising taxes for the wealthy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306598-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306598-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Obama made remarks at a campaign fundraising luncheon in Burlington, Vermont. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305234-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305234-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican 2012 presidential candidates Herman Cain and Newt Gingrich met in a Lincoln-Douglas style debate on current economic and social issues facing the U.S. The debate focused on entitlement programs, deficit spending, the national debt, and the role of media in election campaigns. Due to technical problems at the event, audio quality is poor for the first 15 minutes of the debate. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302440-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302440-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty, former Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum, and others addressed the Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298350-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298350-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican 2012 presidential candidate Newt Gingrich spoke to supporters about the results of the Nevada caucus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304229-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304229-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mitt Romney spoke about health care policy. He focused on differences between the health care plan he passed while he was governor of Massachusetts and the 2010 health care law, which he said he would repeal and replace if elected president. Following prepared remarks, he answered audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299476-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299476-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Newt Gingrich spoke to a group of Iowa mothers at Java Joe's CoffeHouse in Des Moines, Iowa. During the event he teared up, openly weeping while talking about his own mother, who suffered from bipolar disorder and depression. Frank Luntz and Lindsay Ferrier moderated the town hall meeting. After the meeting Mr. Gingrich and his wife, Callista, spoke informally with attendees. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303437-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303437-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Obama held his final rally of the 2012 presidential campaign in the East Village in Des Moines, Iowa. Bruce Springsteen performed, including a song he wrote for President Obama, and he introduced first lady Michelle Obama introduced the president. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309278-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309278-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mitt Romney spoke to the Associated Builders and Contractors trade group. In his speech he criticized fellow candidate Rick Santorum's performance in the previous night's debate. He also promoted his plan to reduce taxes across the board by 20 percent. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304563-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304563-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican 2012 presidential candidate Mitt Romney spoke to supporters about the results of the Nevada caucus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304228-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304228-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney spoke at the Iowa State Fair at the [Des Moines Register]'s soap box booth. During a question and answer session with the audience, he was confronted by questioners on saving Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid without any loss of benefits. He again stated that he will not raise taxes and also said that "corporations are people." He was introduced by [Register] Politics Editor Carol Hunter. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300933-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300933-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mitt Romney was a keynote speaker at the annual convention of the American Society of News Editors (ASNE). In his remarks he talked extensively about President Obama's policies, saying they made the economic crisis worse and slowed recovery. Following his remarks, he answered questions from Ken Paulson of ASNE. The first question had to do with President Obama's previous day remarks at the ASNE Associated Press lunch. Mr. Romney said the president's comments were full of "distortions and inaccuracies." Other question topics included Iran, and women voters' attitudes toward the Republican Party. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305303-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305303-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) spoke to Iowa Republicans about a number of issues including federal spending levels, proposed budget cuts, the influence of the tea party movement, and the history of political compromise in the Senate. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298810-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298810-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Biden spoke at a New Hampshire Democratic Party fundraiser event. His remarks were part of the annual McIntyre-Shaheen 100 Club Dinner. Other speakers included New Hampshire Governor John Lynch and other state elected officials. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299694-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299694-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican 2012 presidential candidate Mitt Romney held a town hall meeting in Manchester, New Hampshire. Former presidential candidate, Senator John McCain, also spoke and lent his endorsement. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303512-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303512-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former Governor Mitt Romney addressed Liberty University graduates at their 2012 commencement ceremony. He remarked on the values of home, education, service, and religious freedom. During the ceremony honorary doctorate degrees were presented to Worth Harris Carter, Jr., S. Truett Cathy, and former Governor Mitt Romney. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305931-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305931-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Joe Biden talked about the state of U.S. manufacturing and the economy. The event took place at PCT Engineered Systems, an equipment manufacturer of electron beam systems, in Davenport, Iowa. He focused on improvements in the economy and also criticized Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney for being "consistently wrong" on U.S manufacturing and supporting tax breaks for companies that create jobs overseas. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305163-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305163-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Obama thanked supporters gathered at his presidential campaign headquarters at McCormick Place in Chicago. He thanked them for their efforts in his re-election campaign and called for unity in his next term. He was joined on stage by his family. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309301-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309301-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Real estate developer and potential Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump spoke at a "Tax Day" rally organized by the South Florida Tea Party. He criticized the Obama administration on several domestic and foreign policy issues including U.S. policy in Libya, the economy and foreign debt, health care and energy policy. He said he would decide by June whether or not he would seek the Republican presidential nomination. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299058-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299058-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican 2012 presidential candidate Rick Santorum held a town hall meeting at a nursing home in Brentwood, New Hampshire. In his remarks he criticized President Obama for "systematically destroying the work ethic ... by the narcotic of government dependency." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303501-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303501-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney gave his views on U.S. foreign policy. He focused on the Middle East, including stopping Iran from creating nuclear weapons and helping the people of Israel, Libya, and Syria. He criticized the Obama administration and said that the president had failed to lead and that "hope is not a strategy." Topics included the size of the U.S. Navy and the war in Afghanistan. Former Governor Romney spoke to cadets in the Virginia Military Institute's Hall of Valor. He made several references to VMI graduate George Marshall, the chief of staff of the Army who became secretary of State and of Defense. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308653-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308653-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Libertarian Party held their 2012 convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. The day's agenda included presidential candidates' speeches, votes by convention delegates, and then a speech by the party's nominee, Gary Johnson. He said his goal was to reach 15% in the polls to qualify for the national presidential debate, and at get least 5% of the vote in November to secure public funding for the party in 2016. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305766-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305766-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke at a campaign event in Charlottesville, Virginia. He talked about student loan interest rates, and extending tax cuts made during the George W. Bush administration for all except those making $250,000 or more. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307847-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307847-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican presidential candidates Mitt Romney, Rick Santorum, and Newt Gingrich spoke at the Wisconsin Faith and Freedom Coalition presidential kick-off event. Other speakers included House Budget Committee Chair Paul Ryan (R-WI) as well as former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales and Faith and Freedom Coalition Chair Ralph Reed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305242-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305242-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Representative Michelle Bachmann spoke at an Iowans for Tax Relief event. In her remarks she made several comments concerning slavery and the "founding fathers" which were questioned for their historical accuracy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297650-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297650-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The 2012 Republican National Convention opened. Because of Tropical Storm Isaac threatening to gather strength and make landfall somewhere along the Gulf of Mexico, the convention convened and quickly recessed until the following day. Following the invocation led by Reverend Russell Levenson, a Mitt Romney campaign video was shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307601-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307601-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Herman Cain talked about the Obama administration, federal debt, his career and family, his failed 2004 Senate bid, and other topics. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298541-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298541-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mitt Romney spoke at the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) conference. He criticized the Obama administration's approach to Israel on dealing with Iran's suspected nuclear program saying, "Israel does not need public lectures about how to weigh decisions of war and peace but it needs our support." Before Governor Romney's speech, an AIPAC video was shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304772-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304772-4 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican presidential candidate Tim Pawlenty outlined his plan for growing the economy, creating jobs, and reducing the national debt. In his speech he accused President Obama of practicing class warfare to distract from his failures. Mr. Pawlenty's plans included simplifying the income tax system, lowering rates, and rethinking federal regulations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299911-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299911-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan spoke at a campaign event in Morrison, Colorado. Governor Romney told the crowd that President Obama was leading an "incredibly shrinking" campaign and that the debates had "supercharged" his own campaign. Musician Kid Rock performed at the beginning of this event. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308994-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308994-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Vice presidential candidate Representative Paul Ryan (R-WI) and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice spoke at a campaign event for Mitt Romney. Representative Ryan focused his remarks on the effects of the nation's economic downturn on women, stating that "26 million women are trapped in poverty" and "half-a-million women more are unemployed today than when President Obama took office." In her first official campaign appearance for the Romney-Ryan ticket, former Secretary Rice emphasized the urgent call to put America back to work, one that she stated "cannot wait another four years." They spoke at Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, Ohio. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308881-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308881-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan spoke at campaign rally in Lancaster Town Square, Lancaster, Ohio. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308777-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308777-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Presidential candidate and Representative Ron Paul (R-TX) talked about political, economic, and military philosophies. Topics included the role of the federal government, monetary policy, and campaign finance. After his speech he answered written questions submitted by audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301908-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301908-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama delivered an address on race and politics. In an attempt to calm the turmoil surrounding controversial comments by his former pastor, the Rev. Jeremiah Wright, Obama rejected Wright's comments but said that Wright had inspired his Christian faith and has been his spiritual guide for nearly 20 years. He talked at length about historical issues of racial division, black grievances, and white resentment while emphasizing that progress has been made in racial reconciliation. Senator Obama spoke at the National Constitution Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204469-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204469-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Republican 2012 presidential candidate Ron Paul spoke at a youth rally at the Iowa Memorial Union at University of Iowa in Iowa City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302188-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302188-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mitt Romney held a town hall meeting with Representative Paul Ryan (R-WI) at Moore Oil Company in Milwaukee. Among the issues he addressed were immigration policy, the economy, and health care. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305280-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305280-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Biden talked at the National Education Association conference about the importance of education and teachers. In his speech he criticized Mitt Romney and other Republicans for their education policies. Jill Biden, who introduced the vice president, talked about her career in community college instruction and the Obama administration's education efforts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306897-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306897-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Texas Governor and 2012 Republican presidential candidate Rick Perry outlined his "Cut, Balance & Grow" flat tax proposal, which he said was bolder and more aggressive than the plans of his Republican opponents or President Obama. His plan called for a flat 20 percent income tax rate but gave taxpayers the option of sticking to their current rate. He also called for private retirement accounts for Social Security, a lower corporate tax rate, and reforms to keep Medicare solvent. He spoke at the ISO Poly Films, a plastic film manufacturer, in Gray Court, South Carolina. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302302-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302302-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mitt Romney and Representative Paul Ryan spoke at a campaign rally on a bus tour to introduce Representative Ryan as the vice presidential candidate. The event was called a "homecoming rally" in Congressman Ryan's home district and was their final joint campaign appearance before they headed in different directions on the campaign trail before they reuniting again at the Republican convention in Tampa later in the month. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307546-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307546-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Democratic incumbent Governor Knowles debated challengers Republican former Mayor Palin and Independent Andrew Halcro for the Alaska governorship. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195195-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195195-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Newt Gingrich announced the suspension of his campaign for the 2012 Republican presidential nominee. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305789-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305789-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT President and First Lady Michelle Obama spoke at a campaign rally at Alliant Energy Amphitheater. Michelle Obama praised the president and his first term, and emphasized his middle-class background calling him the "son of a mother who struggled" and the grandson of a woman who watched as men she trained were promoted ahead of her. The president criticized Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan's budget and proposals to cut Medicare, referring to the plan as "trickle-down snake oil." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307597-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307597-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Senator Specter formally announced that he would seek the Republican nomination for president. He outlined his ten commitments to America, which included balancing the budget, introducing a flat tax and a making a stronger presence in international affairs. He emphasized that he was a fiscal and economic conservative, but a social libertarian. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/64281-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/64281-1 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT