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Doris and Tom…
Posted by John Wihbey on Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin, who was in the studio again today, has been a stalwart commentator for On Point. It was her fifth appearance on the show. Goodwin’s take today on President Obama’s first 100 days?

“I think probably he rivals FDR in terms of the scope of his ambitions, in terms of grasping the reins of power with relish…”

Here’s Doris today with Tom in the studio:

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There are some other relatively recent segments of On Point with Doris and Tom: on lessons for Obama from Lincoln, FDR, and LBJ, and on the “war powers” debate. Take a listen…

Also, hats off to Pat Buchanan, who joined us from Washington today. His sixth appearance on On Point! Thanks, Pat.

 

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Listener comments

  • Doris was great as was Tom. Great show, one of the highlights of all of the various 100 day roundups. Well done.

    Posted by Richard, on April 29th, 2009 at 4:36 pm EDT

  • On Point is the best news, talk, program on radio, T.V., the internet, or in print. On Point is my primary source of news and information. I think Tom and the entire On Point staff do an outstanding job. I have learned a great deal over the years by listening to the program. This program has enriched my life greatly. Thank you.

    Posted by Joe B., on April 30th, 2009 at 6:00 pm EDT

  • Richard, Joe — thanks so much for the nice words.

    Posted by Wen Stephenson, on May 1st, 2009 at 7:29 am EDT

  • It was a pleasure to hear Doris Kearns Goodwin on this show. She has been around of course, but I am beginning to really appreciate her.

    Posted by Potter, on May 1st, 2009 at 12:45 pm EDT
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