Altman: Clinton's Biggest Challenge Is Divided Congress

The video discusses the potential challenges and opportunities of a Hillary Clinton presidency, focusing on the first 100 days. It highlights the historical context of a divided Congress and explores possible bipartisan initiatives like infrastructure and criminal justice reform. The video also presents perspectives from Trump supporters on economic policies and growth. Finally, it outlines Clinton's pro-growth agenda, emphasizing education and college affordability as key components.

What historical fact is highlighted about Democratic presidents and Congress control?

• Democratic presidents always have both houses of Congress.

• The last time a newly elected Democratic president faced a divided Congress was in 1885.

• Bill Clinton never had both houses of Congress.

• Obama's Obamacare passed with a unanimous vote.

What is one initiative that might have bipartisan support according to the discussion?

• Education reform

• Tax cuts

• Infrastructure initiative

• Healthcare reform

What is a key concern of Trump supporters regarding current economic policies?

• Lack of investment incentives

• Overemphasis on education

• Too much focus on energy independence

• Excessive tax cuts

What is a major focus of Clinton's proposed economic plan?

• Decreasing energy production

• Reducing college affordability

• Increasing regulatory burdens

• Promoting infrastructure development

What is a significant challenge mentioned for improving living standards?

• Increasing taxes

• Reducing college enrollment

• Improving education access

• Decreasing infrastructure spending

What does the discussion suggest is necessary for economic growth?

• Increasing regulatory burdens

• Decreasing investment in energy

• Reducing infrastructure spending

• Promoting education and infrastructure

What is a potential outcome of a big infrastructure initiative?

• Decreased investment

• Immediate economic impact

• Long-term job creation

• Increased regulatory burdens