Poll: Majority Of Democrats Say Billionaires Hurting 2020 Primaries

The video discusses the influence of billionaire candidates Mike Bloomberg and Tom Steyer on the 2020 Democratic primaries. A Newsy Ipsos poll indicates that over half of Democrats believe these candidates negatively impact the primaries by using personal wealth for campaigns. Bloomberg has spent half a billion dollars, while Steyer has spent over $250 million. Both defend their spending as necessary to defeat President Trump. Despite criticism of attempting to buy the nomination, Bloomberg's strategy focuses on Super Tuesday, while Steyer struggles to gain delegates. Both pledge to support the Democratic nominee against Trump.

What percentage of Democratic respondents believe billionaire candidates negatively impact the primary process?

• 30%

• 54%

• 70%

• 90%

How much has Mike Bloomberg spent on advertising for his campaign?

• $500 million

• $1 billion

• $100 million

• $250 million

What is the main reason Bloomberg and Steyer give for their high campaign spending?

• To gain media attention

• To defeat President Trump

• To support local charities

• To influence Democratic policies

What criticism do Bloomberg and Steyer face from their rivals?

• Attempting to buy the nomination

• Supporting Republican policies

• Not spending enough on their campaigns

• Ignoring key voting states

What commitment have both Bloomberg and Steyer made regarding the Democratic nominee?

• To form a new political party

• To withdraw from politics

• To support whoever the nominee is

• To run as independent candidates