The first episode of a two-part 2017 docuseries on the partisanship that gridlocked Washington during Barack Obama’s presidency, and the polarized America that Donald Trump stood to inherit. (Aired 2017)
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Days before Donald Trump’s inauguration in January 2017, FRONTLINE premiered “Divided States of America,” a four-hour, two-night documentary miniseries examining events during the Obama presidency that revealed deep divisions in the U.S. and helped pave the way for Trump’s ascent.
With conflict and discord continuing to define the American political reality to this day, episode one of “Divided States of America” is now available to watch on YouTube for the first time. Its release is part of an effort to make FRONTLINE’s documentary archive widely available for streaming, with episode two following June 9, 2026.
“Divided States of America” was directed by Michael Kirk. It was written by Michael Kirk and Mike Wiser. It was produced by Michael Kirk, Mike Wiser and Philip Bennett. It was produced and reported by Jim Gilmore and Gabrielle Schonder. The executive producer at large of FRONTLINE was David Fanning.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Prologue
02:06 - Barack Obama & John McCain’s 2008 Presidential Campaigns
23:22 - The 2008 Financial Crisis in the U.S.
43:08 - Backlash to the Wall Street Bailouts
01:01:36 - Obama’s Healthcare Reform Fight
01:10:07 - How Obama Handled Issues of Race & Racism
01:40:47 - What Republicans’ 2010 Midterm Election Rout Signified
01:54:24 - Credits
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Later this month, former president Barack Obama will cut the ribbon on his Presidential Center in Chicago's Jackson Park neighborhood.
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Anthony Bourdain invites former United States President Barack Obama to join him for a meal in Hanoi. The two share conversation and a traditional meal of bún chả in a no frills family-owned restaurant.
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As Barack Obama was sworn in for his second term, FRONTLINE took a probing look at the first four years of his presidency. (Aired 2013)
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From President Barack Obama’s battles with Republican opponents over health care and the economy, to his dramatic expansion of targeted killings of enemies abroad, “Inside Obama’s Presidency” examined the 44th U.S. president’s key decisions and experiences during his first term — and how they might inform his second.
“Inside Obama’s Presidency” was a FRONTLINE Production with the Kirk Documentary Group. The director was Michael Kirk. The writers were Michael Kirk & Mike Wiser. The producers were Michael Kirk, Jim Gilmore and Mike Wiser. The reporter was Jim Gilmore. The deputy executive producer of FRONTLINE was Raney Aronson-Rath. The executive producer of FRONTLINE was David Fanning.
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Barack Obama Wins 2008 Election and Inherits A Financial Crisis - 00:50
In 2009, Republicans Develop Plan to Oppose Obama’s Initiatives - 04:06
In 2009, Financial Reform Slips Away - 12:55
The Obama Administration and the Price of Health Care Reform - 27:16
Obama’s Covert War: Targeted Killings in the “War on Terror” - 35:17
2011 Compromise on National Debt Creates ‘Fiscal Cliff’ - 40:03
49:08 - Obama Returns to 2012 Presidential Campaign Trail ‘Changed’
Credits - 51:57
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With the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in just over two weeks, we are giving you a look inside, and outside the center.
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During a memorable meeting between Michelle Obama and Queen Elizabeth II, an unexpected moment appeared to break traditional royal protocol. Instead of reacting with disapproval, the Queen's response surprised everyone and quickly became one of the most talked-about royal encounters of the modern era.
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Jen Psaki points out that despite lots of promises, Donald Trump is repeatedly failing to secure a deal with Iran, and the terms that are reportedly being considered include monetary concessions that are significantly more than Trump and his allies criticized former President Barack Obama for. Ben Rhodes, former deputy national security advisor to President Obama, joins to add further insight.
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