Bloomberg Says 'We Should Raise Taxes on the Rich'

Bloomberg Says 'We Should Raise Taxes on the Rich'

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The speaker, a millionaire with multiple houses, discusses their work in Washington and New York. They express a willingness to pay taxes for the benefits received and engage in a debate about tax policies. The speaker agrees with raising taxes on the rich but disagrees with a wealth tax. They highlight their experience as a mayor in New York City, where they raised taxes, and propose rolling back tax cuts introduced by the Trump administration through Congress.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker mention about their willingness to pay taxes?

They think taxes should be abolished.

They are unhappy about paying taxes.

They are willing to pay taxes for the benefits received.

They believe taxes are too high.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on the wealth tax?

They believe the wealth tax is unnecessary.

They disagree with the wealth tax.

They are undecided about the wealth tax.

They fully support the wealth tax.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what is the issue with the current tax contributions of the rich?

The rich are paying exactly their fair share.

The rich are not paying their fair share.

The rich are paying more than their fair share.

The rich should not pay any taxes.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the speaker take as mayor of New York City regarding taxes?

They lowered taxes.

They kept taxes the same.

They raised taxes.

They abolished taxes.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker propose to Congress regarding tax cuts?

To ignore the tax cuts.

To roll back the tax cuts.

To maintain the current tax cuts.

To implement new tax cuts.