Political Rewind: On Eve Of Tense Inauguration, A Look Back At Tumultuous Presidential Transitions

Political Rewind

Tuesday on Political Rewind, when President-elect Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th president of the United States tomorrow, he becomes the principal player in a transition marked by a surging pandemic, spiraling joblessness and aggrieved ranks of voters who refuse to believe he was legitimately elected. But previous American presidents have, too, faced daunting circumstances as they took the oath of office, and gone on to build brighter futures for the country. Today, our panel looked at some of the toughest transitions in American history and how new leadership wrestled with great challenges. Panelists: Dr. Michelle Brattain — Professor of History, Georgia State University Dr. Joe Crespino — Professor of History, History Department Chair, Emory University Tamar Hallerman — Senior Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Dr. Fredrick Knight — Professor of History, Morehouse College