Maraniss on Obama
Special | 39m 17sVideo has Closed Captions
Author David Maraniss discusses his biography of President Barack Obama.
David Maraniss, author, explores the life and family history of President Barack Obama. In his biography, Maraniss delves into the values and the forces which set Obama on course toward becoming President.
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Maraniss on Obama
Special | 39m 17sVideo has Closed Captions
David Maraniss, author, explores the life and family history of President Barack Obama. In his biography, Maraniss delves into the values and the forces which set Obama on course toward becoming President.
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