Interview with Bill Brandt

Is the government helping or hurting the economic recovery process? Bill Brandt talks with Jim Blasingame about the steps the government is taking and the mistakes that have been made. They also talk about what an Obama administration will do in the first four years -- will it look more like Clinton or Carter.

Reporting from the Democrat National Convention, Bill Brandt talks with Jim Blasingame about the DNC spectacle, including the speeches by Senator Kennedy and Michelle Obama. They also talk about whether the Clintons can bring the party back together, plus Bill's thoughts on Joe Biden as the VP nominee and how much of a bounce the Obama/Biden ticket will receive after the convention.

What caused Hillary to lose the Democratic nomination for president? Bill Brandt joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how Obama's organization whipped Clinton's organization with 21st century strategies. They also talk about Bill's take on current economic conditions.

What does Hillary have to do to win the Democrat nomination? Bill Brandt is a well-connected Democrat adviser and he talks with Jim Blasingame about the current party competition and the challenge ahead of Hilary. They also talk about Bill's new responsibility in helping to preserve and grow jobs in Illinois.

How is the economy handling all of the challenges it's facing? Bill and Jim talk about some of the key issues small business owners are facing, plus a little bit of politics.