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The transcript features a speech by Boston City Councilor Michelle Wu, who announces her candidacy for President of the United States. She criticizes the current President as a symptom of a broken system that favors the wealthy. Wu shares the inspirational story of Maidani, a janitor, whose daughter rose to become a public school teacher, college professor, U.S. senator, and presidential candidate.

What position is the speaker declaring candidacy for?

• Senator of Massachusetts

• President of the United States

• Governor of Massachusetts

• Mayor of Boston

According to the speaker, what is the current administration a symptom of?

• A successful economic system

• A broken and rigged system

• A fair and just society

• A new political movement

What does the speaker say the rigged system does?

• Supports everyone equally

• Encourages innovation and growth

• Props up the rich and powerful

• Benefits the poor and needy

What profession did Maidani's daughter achieve first?

• College professor

• Public school teacher

• President of the United States

• United States senator

Which of the following roles did Maidani's daughter NOT achieve?

• Governor of Massachusetts

• Public school teacher

• College professor

• United States senator