Bill Moyers Journal Season 12 Episode 41 Expectations of the Obama...

As the 2008 presidential election draws near, expectations are high for Obama's potential presidency. In this episode of Bill Moyers Journal, Moyers explores the various expectations Americans have for Obama and how he plans to address them. Moyers speaks with a group of African American men in Philadelphia, who share their thoughts on Obama's candidacy and how it reflects on their own lives. Moyers also meets with a group of economists, who discuss Obama's economic policies and how they may affect the overall economy. Moyers then speaks with author and activist Grace Lee Boggs, who shares her ideas on how Obama can address issues of poverty and social justice. The episode concludes with a conversation with journalist and author Chris Hedges, who shares his thoughts on Obama's foreign policy and the role of the United States in the global community. Throughout the episode, Moyers provides thoughtful commentary on the expectations surrounding Obama's presidency and how they will impact the country moving forward.