David Axelrod

David Axelrod

Nacimiento : 1955-02-22, Lower East Side, New York City, New York, USA

Historia

David M. Axelrod is an American political consultant and analyst and former White House official. He is best known for being the chief strategist for Barack Obama's presidential campaigns. After Obama's election, Axelrod was appointed as Senior Advisor to the President.

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David Axelrod

Películas

Punch 9 for Harold Washington
In this epic story of American politics, race, and triumph against all odds, director Joe Winston chronicles the captivating rise, surprising reign, and enduring legacy of Chicago’s first African American Mayor, Harold Washington. Steeped in archival footage capturing a 1980s Chicago rife with corruption and discrimination, Punch 9 features candid interviews with Jessie Jackson, Vice Mayor Richard Mell, and others on the frontlines and in the backrooms of power as it follows the charismatic politician’s shrewd maneuverings, stinging betrayals, and unlikely victories. Inspiring and compelling, Washington’s journey continues to resonate for a city and nation confronting the same enduring social issues.
Frontline: America's Great Divide
Self - Fmr. Obama Chief Strategist
A deep look into the growing divide in America from the Barack Obama era through the presidency of Donald Trump.
The 44th President: In His Own Words
Self
Comprised of two interviews with President Barack Obama conducted both before and after the 2016 Presidential election, The 44th President: In His Own Words is the President’s first-hand account of his time in office–his successes, his failures, his unfinished business–and what he hopes will be his legacy. Including additional interviews with members of his staff, Congress, and the press, The 44th President: In His Own Words is a unique examination of the Obama presidency from the inside out, and a profound and candid historical record that will stand for generations.
The Making of Trump
Self (archive footage)
Como todos los días de la campaña presidencial de Donald Trump aparentemente generan nuevos titulares, este especial de dos horas examina el pasado del candidato cada vez más polarizado. Incluido es raramente visto el metraje de las entrevistas de Trump con Phil Donahue y sus comentarios sobre la política del piso de la convención republicana de 1988. Además, las celebridades, políticos y personas descritas como "cercanas a The Donald" influyen, incluyendo al ex senador estadounidense Al D'Amato (RN.Y.), el ex alcalde de Atlantic City Jim Whelen, el boxeador Mike Tyson y notorio "aprendiz" concursante Omarosa.
The Road We've Traveled
Self
A short documentary on the first term of President Barack Obama's administration.
Jimi Hendrix: The Dick Cavett Show
Writer
The complete collection of Jimi Hendrix's celebrated appearances on The Dick Cavett Show. The Dick Cavett Show marked Jimi's US network television debut and this special documentary, directed by multiple Grammy Award winner Bob Smeaton, features complete live performances of "Izabella", "Machine Gun", and "Hear My Train A Comin'" as well as new interviews with Cavett, Experience band members Mitch Mitchell and Billy Cox, and others. Jimi's own insightful interviews with Cavett touched upon a variety of personal and professional issues ranging from his stint as a US Army paratrooper to his celebrated rendition of the "Star Spangled Banner" at the Woodstock Festival. These conversations with Cavett helped reveal the humor, passion, and intelligence of the man behind such rock classics as Are You Experienced and Electric Ladyland.