Historian Ted Widmer tells host David Marchick about Lincoln's two-week train ride from Illinois to Washington, D.C. in February 1861 that helped him find his voice, build public support, and set the tone for his presidency.

The Worst Transition in U.S. History, with Ted Widmer

<p>Transition Lab is a behind-the-scenes look at presidential transitions. Join Valerie Boyd, director of the Partnership for Public Service’s Center for Presidential Transition for candid discussions with transition experts, exploring the relationship between presidential transitions, effective government and a strong democracy. Transition Lab is a must-listen for anyone interested in developing a better understanding of what needs to happen before a president takes office or starts a second term.</p>

News

Politics

Transition Lab is a behind-the-scenes look at presidential transitions. Join Valerie Boyd, director of the Partnership for Public Service’s Center for Presidential Transition for candid discussions with transition experts, exploring the relationship between presidential transitions, effective government and a strong democracy. Transition Lab is a must-listen for anyone interested in developing a better understanding of what needs to happen before a president takes office or starts a second term.

Share The Worst Transition in U.S. History, with Ted Widmer

Sign up to save your podcasts

The Worst Transition in U.S. History, with Ted Widmer

The Worst Transition in U.S. History, with Ted Widmer

More shows like Transition Lab

1A

The Daily

The Jim Wallis Podcast

Brand New Bold

The Asset

The Al Franken Podcast

We Can Do This!

Unconventional Threat

The Ezra Klein Show