Gideon Rose on Living With the Undead Past

The video discusses the historical context of Charlottesville, comparing it to how other countries like Germany, Rwanda, and South Africa have dealt with their national crimes. It also examines the current political climate in Washington, highlighting the challenges faced by a unified Congress and Presidency in achieving legislative goals, particularly tax cuts.

Which event is used as a starting point to discuss how countries deal with their historical national crimes?

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The Tiananmen Square protests

• The end of apartheid in South Africa

• The Charlottesville riots

What is the significance of the statement 'The past isn't past, it's dead' in the context of the video?

• It indicates that history is only important for academic study.

• It implies that past events are irrelevant to modern society.

• It emphasizes the ongoing influence of historical events on current affairs.

• It suggests that history has no impact on the present.

What does Sarah Binder's essay focus on?

• The economic growth in the United States

• The technological advancements in the 21st century

• The political challenges in Washington, D.C.

• The cultural diversity in America

What is one of the main challenges faced by the unified Congress and Presidency according to the video?

• Implementing healthcare reforms

• Achieving significant legislative progress

• Reducing unemployment rates

• Improving international relations

What major agenda item is mentioned as being uncertain in the political context discussed?

• Healthcare reform

• Tax cuts

• Environmental policies

• Education reform