Can't Think of Better Political Memoir Than Obama's: Summers

The video reviews three significant books: Barack Obama's memoir, 'Deaths of Despair' by Anne Case and Angus Deaton, and 'Has China Won?' by Kishore Mahbubani. Obama's memoir is praised for its candidness and strategic empathy. 'Deaths of Despair' highlights the alarming decline in life expectancy in the U.S. middle class. Mahbubani's book discusses the shift in global power from the West to the East, particularly in the context of COVID-19. The video emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions to address these complex issues.

What is a notable feature of Barack Obama's memoir compared to other political memoirs?

• It lacks any personal reflection.

• It is self-written and candid.

• It focuses on score-settling.

• It is ghostwritten.

What is a potential limitation of Obama's perspective as discussed in the video?

• Lack of empathy.

• Excessive neutrality.

• Focus on revenge.

• Inability to write candidly.

What is the main concern highlighted in 'Deaths of Despair'?

• Environmental degradation.

• Political instability in the United States.

• Declining life expectancy in the middle class.

• Increasing wealth inequality.

What does the book 'Deaths of Despair' complement according to the video?

• Memoirs of other politicians.

• Books on environmental issues.

• Studies on global warming.

• Individualistic treatments like 'Hillbilly Elegy'.

Which region does Kishore Mahbubani argue is becoming the new center of global power?

• The Middle East

• The East

• South America

• Africa

How does Kishore Mahbubani's book suggest China handled the COVID-19 pandemic?

• With a high death rate compared to the West.

• By making no mistakes.

• By ignoring international guidelines.

• With a significantly lower death rate than the West.

What is emphasized as crucial in the final section of the video?

• Reaching quick conclusions.

• Focusing solely on economic growth.

• Asking the right questions.

• Ignoring global challenges.