New Infrastructure Plan Proposed as Talks End Without Deal

New Infrastructure Plan Proposed as Talks End Without Deal

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The video discusses the breakdown of infrastructure talks between President Biden and Senator Shelley Moore Capito. With no deal reached, a bipartisan group of senators is working on an alternative plan. Meanwhile, some Democrats, led by Senator Bernie Sanders, are considering pushing the package through without Republican support if necessary.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the initial talks between President Biden and Senator Shelley Moore Capito?

They reached a comprehensive deal.

The talks were successful but needed more time.

The talks fell through without a deal.

They decided to postpone the discussions.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the bipartisan group of senators currently working on?

A new infrastructure package proposal.

A healthcare reform bill.

A tax reduction plan.

An education policy overhaul.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of the bipartisan group's efforts?

They have submitted the plan to Congress.

They are still working on a proposal.

They have decided to disband.

They have finalized a plan.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is leading the push for a partisan approach to pass the infrastructure package?

President Biden

Senator Bernie Sanders

Senator Mitch McConnell

Senator Shelley Moore Capito

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the backup plan if bipartisan talks do not succeed?

To abandon the infrastructure package.

To seek international support.

To hold a public referendum.

To push the package through in a partisan way.