We remember the debt crisis in 1995. Also, Will the Murdoch scandal affect the U.S.?

Webcast Extra - July 15, 2011 Washington Week with The Atlantic

Premiered July 15, 2011
Webcast Extra - July 15, 2011

Webcast EXTRA: If you think the current war of words over raising the debt ceiling in Washington is harsh, you may be surprised that it's really nothing new. Watch Gwen and the panel revisit a 1995 Washington Week to hear reporter Steve Roberts' analysis of that debt debate that included a government shutdown. Plus, the latest on the scandal surrounding the British tabloid The News of the World.

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Washington Week with The Atlantic

Washington Week with The Atlantic is the longest-running primetime news and public affairs program on television. The show features a group of journalists participating in a roundtable discussion of major news events and can be found at 8pm ET on most local PBS stations.

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