Podcasts about obama's challenge

Robert Kuttner, author of the new book "Obama's Challenge," talks to NOW on PBS about the enormous obstacles to -- and potential solutions for -- getting America's economy back on track. As President-elect Barack Obama unveils his top economic team, Kuttner offers his advice on how America's next leader should stimulate a recovery, including a $600 billion government spending package. "We need the government big time to prevent this from becoming the Great Depression II," Kuttner tells NOW's David Brancaccio.

Author Robert Kuttner joined us to talk about Obama's Challenge, his book that argues the economic crisis gives Barack Obama the opportunity to be a great president.

Robert Kuttner, founding co-editor of "The American Prospect," discusses his new book "Obama's Challenge," a call to action to create a truly transformative presidency.

Robert Kuttner, founding co-editor of "The American Prospect," discusses his new book "Obama's Challenge," a call to action to create a truly transformative presidency.