Harris: We need to reflect on ‘disaffection from politics’ after Hutch votes

Harris: We need to reflect on ‘disaffection from politics’ after Hutch votes

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The video discusses the intersection of organized crime and democracy, highlighting a case where a criminal stood for election. It reflects on the media's role in elevating criminals to celebrity status and the implications for democracy. The video also covers the progress in Guard recruitment and the government's plans to support it. Finally, it emphasizes the need for political reflection on public disaffection and concludes with a positive note on the resilience of democracy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the commissioner's main concern regarding the election?

The election process being too lengthy

The high cost of campaigning

A criminal receiving media attention

The lack of voter turnout

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What positive development is mentioned regarding Guard recruitment?

New training programs for Guards

An increase in the number of recruits

Higher salaries for Guards

A decrease in crime rates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is acknowledged for their work in Guard recruitment?

The Prime Minister

The Commissioner

Minister McEntee

The President

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about the media's role in the election?

It treated a criminal like a celebrity

It focused too much on policy debates

It ignored important issues

It was fair and balanced

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's final reflection on the election outcome?

The election was a failure

The election was postponed

The criminal was elected

The criminal was not elected