Trump's Cabinet Not as Bad as It Looks, Says Lieber

Trump's Cabinet Not as Bad as It Looks, Says Lieber

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The video discusses the perceived stability among cabinet members, highlighting that key figures like Tillerson and Mattis are expected to remain in their positions. Despite some negative headlines, the overall sentiment is that these officials will stay until they feel ineffective. The conversation then shifts to tax reform, where recent developments suggest a positive outlook for passing a bill, possibly by early next year. The main goals include cutting corporate rates, providing middle-class tax cuts, and reforming the international system. The challenge lies in funding these initiatives, but dynamic growth is expected to bridge the financial gap.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the general sentiment about the cabinet's stability according to the speaker?

The cabinet is completely divided.

All cabinet members are planning to resign.

There is some unity among the cabinet members.

The cabinet is highly unstable.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's outlook on the possibility of passing a tax reform bill?

There is a fair chance of passing the bill early next year.

The bill will definitely pass this year.

The bill has already been passed.

The bill is unlikely to pass.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a goal of the proposed tax reform?

Cutting the corporate tax rate.

Providing a middle-class tax cut.

Increasing taxes for lower-income Americans.

Reforming the international tax system.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the challenges mentioned in implementing the tax reform?

Opposition from international bodies.

Lack of agreement among Senate and House leaders.

Insufficient public support.

Finding a way to pay for part of the reform.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected impact of dynamic growth on the tax reform plan?

It will complicate the reform process.

It will help close the funding gap.

It will increase the tax burden.

It will have no impact.