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The video discusses the strain on Alabama hospitals due to COVID-19, with ICU spaces full or near capacity. It highlights public figures like Kamala Harris and Joe Biden receiving the COVID-19 vaccine to encourage public trust. Additionally, it covers the Senate's blockage of a bill to increase stimulus checks from $600 to $2000, despite pressure from both parties.

What is the current situation in Alabama hospitals regarding COVID-19?

• All hospitals are operating normally.

• 15 hospitals are full, and 6 are near capacity.

• There are no COVID-19 cases in Alabama.

• Hospitals are only half full.

Who among the following has received the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine?

• President Donald Trump

• Vice President Mike Pence

• Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell

• Vice President-elect Kamala Harris

What is the main goal of political leaders getting vaccinated publicly?

• To boost public confidence in vaccines

• To highlight vaccine side effects

• To show that vaccines are free

• To demonstrate the speed of vaccination

What was the proposed increase in stimulus checks discussed in the Senate?

• From $600 to $1500

• From $600 to $1000

• From $600 to $2000

• From $600 to $2500

What choice did House Speaker Nancy Pelosi say Republicans have regarding the stimulus checks?

• To reduce the amount to $500

• To propose a new bill

• To delay the vote indefinitely

• To vote for or against the legislation