The Bottom Line

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Al Jazeera English gets to the bottom line on US politics and policies and how they affect the world. A weekly discussion show moderated by @SCClemons.

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Steve Clemons

Steve Clemons is editor at large of The Hill and is host of The Bottom Line on the global network of Al Jazeera English

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From: The Bottom Line
How Democratic left and right came together to pass climate bill
It took all the Democrats in the US Senate to pass Inflation Reduction Act, but can it help their chances at the polls?
Published On 11 Aug 2022
From: The Bottom Line
Will China and the US avert a showdown over Taiwan?
Are relations between China and the United States too deep to be affected by the visit of a top US politician to Taiwan?
Published On 4 Aug 2022
From: The Bottom Line
What’s next for the January 6 investigation – and for Democrats?
Republicans are focusing the debate on crime and inflation ahead of November’s vote. What is the Democratic platform?
Published On 28 Jul 2022
From: The Bottom Line
Will the January 6 inquiry affect Trump’s grip on Republicans?
The congressional hearings on the riots of January 2021 paint Trump as a leader who was out to seize power at all costs.
Published On 21 Jul 2022

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Will the January 6 inquiry affect Trump’s grip on Republicans?

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