BOB DOLE 1995 Clinton's Comeback Preview

Send us Fan Mail Season Eighteen of our continuing series on the life and career of Bob Dole takes us into one of the most dramatic and consequential years in modern American politics: 1995. At the beginning of the year, Republicans appeared to be at the height of their power. Fresh off the Republican Revolution of 1994, Bob Dole stood as the overwhelming favorite for the Republican presidential nomination, and many believed the White House was within reach. By the end of the year, however, the political landscape had changed dramatically. In this special season preview, we look ahead to the major stories that will define our upcoming episodes, including: • Bob Dole's long-awaited announcement for President of the United States • The tragic Oklahoma City bombing and its political aftermath • The stunning fall of Bob Packwood and its impact on the Senate • The crowded Republican presidential field challenging Dole's path to the nomination • Colin Powell and his brief flirtation with a presidential campaign that captivated the nation • The assassination of Yitzhak Rabin and the shockwaves it sent through the world and the Middle East peace process • The growing crisis in Bosnia and the difficult decisions facing American leaders • The two federal government shutdowns that would redefine the relationship between Congress and the White House At the center of it all stands Bob Dole — Senate Majority Leader, Republican standard-bearer, and a man attempting to navigate a rapidly changing political environment while pursuing the presidency he had sought for decades. Meanwhile, President Bill Clinton begins one of the most remarkable political recoveries in modern history. Written off by many after the 1994 elections, Clinton would spend 1995 rebuilding his presidency and setting the stage for a comeback that few saw coming. This season is a story of ambition, tragedy, triumph, political warfare, and unexpected turns. A year that changed Washington. A year that reshaped two presidencies. And a year that would determine the course of the 1996 election. Welcome to Season Eighteen. Bob Dole: 1995 — Clinton's Comeback. Questions or comments at , [email protected] , https://twitter.com/randal_wallace , and http://www.randalwallace.com/ Please Leave us a review at wherever you get your podcasts Thanks for listening!!