Can Washington Accomplish Anything in 2015?

The transcript discusses the post-election meeting between congressional leaders and President Obama, focusing on the challenges of gridlock and potential areas of agreement. Key issues causing disagreements include immigration reform, the Affordable Care Act, and the Keystone XL pipeline. Areas where both parties might cooperate include trade, tax reform, and infrastructure. The challenges of confirming presidential nominations with a Republican majority are also highlighted, with potential presidential contenders possibly complicating consensus efforts.

What was the primary focus of the post-election meeting between congressional leaders and President Obama?

• To negotiate international trade deals

• To plan a new healthcare initiative

• To address gridlock and set an agenda for the year-end

• To discuss foreign policy issues

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential area of agreement between the parties?

• Healthcare expansion

• Trade

• Infrastructure

• Business tax reform

What is one of Senator McConnell's first priorities in the new Congress?

• To repeal the Affordable Care Act

• To demonstrate that Congress can work together

• To pass new environmental regulations

• To increase the federal minimum wage

What challenge does a Republican majority pose for presidential nominations?

• It simplifies the nomination process

• It has no impact on the nomination process

• It makes confirming federal judges and agency leaders more difficult

• It ensures all nominations are approved

Which Republican senators are mentioned as potential presidential contenders?

• Senator Rand Paul, Senator Ted Cruz, Senator Marco Rubio

• Senator Chuck Schumer, Senator Nancy Pelosi, Senator Mitch McConnell

• Senator Lindsey Graham, Senator John McCain, Senator Mitt Romney

• Senator Elizabeth Warren, Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Kamala Harris