Rep. Collins Says No Division in GOP Over Harvey Relief

The transcript discusses the internal dynamics of the Republican Party, highlighting its divisions and philosophical unity. It explores how state-level differences impact governance, particularly in healthcare and tax reform. The conversation also addresses the challenges of emergency funding, using past and current natural disasters as examples, and emphasizes the importance of cooperation among states despite past disagreements.

What is the main reason for the Republican Party being described as a coalition of teams?

• They have different beliefs about government size.

• They have varying state-specific issues.

• They have a unified stance on healthcare.

• They do not agree on constitutional principles.

What was one of the issues that derailed the Obamacare repeal and replace effort?

• Constitutional government principles

• High national debt

• Medicaid expansion

• Tax reform disagreements

How do elected officials in the Republican Party primarily address their responsibilities?

• By following party leadership

• By adhering to national policies

• By focusing on international relations

• By answering to their constituents

What was the stance of New York Republicans regarding FEMA help for Texas?

• They were indifferent to the situation.

• They supported it despite past disagreements.

• They demanded concessions before supporting it.

• They opposed it due to past disagreements.

What was the reaction of New York Republicans to the Texas Republicans' stance on Superstorm Sandy relief?

• They decided to retaliate.

• They chose not to support Texas.

• They remembered but chose to support Texas.

• They ignored the past and focused on other issues.