President Obama, Jobs, and the Congressional Black Caucus

Friday, December 04, 2009

Politico is calling it a "Family Feud" on Capital Hill. Mounting tension between the Congressional Black Caucus and one-time member, now-President Barack Obama, seems to be coming to a head.  Yesterday, our guest, Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.), issued a statement accusing the President of not doing enough to create jobs for people of color. While Lee downplays any friction, the criticism implies growing frustration from the caucus with the country's first African-American president.

Guests:

Barbara Lee

Hosted by:

Todd Zwillich

Contributors:

Hsi-Chang Lin

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