Michael Bloomberg Announces 2020 Presidential Bid

Michael Bloomberg Announces 2020 Presidential Bid

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Michael Bloomberg announced his late entry into the Democratic presidential race, positioning himself as a pragmatic and effective candidate against President Donald Trump. He emphasized the urgency of defeating Trump, citing his bigotry and harmful policies as existential threats to the country. Bloomberg, who initially decided not to run, changed his mind due to a lack of confidence in the current Democratic candidates' ability to defeat Trump. To kickstart his campaign, Bloomberg has invested $37 million in television ads.

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What is Bloomberg's main reason for entering the Democratic presidential race?

To gain media attention

To promote his business interests

To position himself as a pragmatic option

To support another candidate

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According to Bloomberg, what makes defeating President Trump urgent?

Trump's economic policies

Trump's environmental stance

Trump's bigotry and hatred

Trump's foreign policy decisions

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What does Bloomberg describe as an existential threat to the country?

Economic recession

Climate change

President Trump's actions

Foreign interference

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bloomberg believe about the current field of Democratic candidates?

They are all equally capable of defeating Trump

None can beat Trump

They are too focused on environmental issues

They lack media presence

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much has Bloomberg reportedly spent on television ads to kickstart his campaign?

$50 million

$37 million

$20 million

$10 million