Robert F. Kenndy Jr. on Capitol Hill lobbying lawmakers ahead of Senate confirmation hearings

Robert F. Kenndy Jr. on Capitol Hill lobbying lawmakers ahead of Senate confirmation hearings

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The transcript discusses Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial public health positions, including his opposition to fluoride and vaccines, and his involvement in a petition to revoke the FDA's approval of the polio vaccine. It highlights the challenges Kennedy faces in his nomination for the Health and Human Services Administration, particularly regarding his views on vaccines and the food industry. The discussion also covers the dynamics of Senate support, with potential backing from some Democrats despite skepticism from Republicans.

Read more

7 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the public health positions that have caused controversy for RFK Jr.?

Support for fluoride in water

Belief that the COVID vaccine affects all races equally

Opposition to vaccines

Support for the FDA's approval of the polio vaccine

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is RFK Jr.'s nomination for the Health and Human Services Administration considered controversial?

He has a history of being a Democrat

He is a close ally of Mitch McConnell

He has strong support from all Republican lawmakers

He has no political experience

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main issues that will be the focus of RFK Jr.'s meetings with senators?

Foreign policy and defense

Vaccines and the food industry

Healthcare reform and immigration

Education and climate change

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of RFK Jr.'s views on the food industry?

They are opposed by both political parties

They are universally praised without any concerns

They could lead to reforms affecting local farmers

They are irrelevant to his nomination

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might RFK Jr.'s past as a Democrat influence his confirmation process?

He will automatically receive support from all Democrats

He may attract support from some Democrats who agree with his views on certain issues

His past as a Democrat is irrelevant to the confirmation process

He will not receive any support from Republicans

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of RFK Jr.'s meetings with senators this week?

They are meant to finalize his confirmation

They are only for media appearances

They are crucial for building relationships and addressing concerns

They are a formality with no real impact

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does Vice President-elect JD Vance play in RFK Jr.'s confirmation process?

He has no role in the process

He is responsible for nominating RFK Jr.

He is the tie-breaking vote in a 50-50 Senate scenario

He is leading the opposition against RFK Jr.