President Obama's Balancing Act With Ferguson

The video discusses the political tension surrounding government funding and immigration policy, focusing on Republican strategies to avoid a shutdown and President Obama's executive actions. It also covers Obama's response to the Ferguson unrest, including a funding request for police body cameras, and anticipates Congress's reaction to this request.

What is the main concern for Republican leaders regarding the government funding process?

• Balancing the budget

• Stopping President Obama's executive order on immigration

• Increasing military spending

• Reducing taxes

Why might President Obama have used executive action on immigration?

• To improve relations with European countries

• To provoke a government shutdown

• To gain support from Republican leaders

• To address environmental issues

What is one of the reasons President Obama is focusing on immigration policy?

• To reduce healthcare costs

• To improve trade relations

• To address concerns of Hispanic voters

• To increase military funding

What initiative did President Obama propose in response to the Ferguson unrest?

• Providing police officers with body cameras

• Increasing military presence

• Reducing taxes for law enforcement

• Building new police stations

What broader issue is being addressed in the discussions following the Ferguson unrest?

• Fairness of the justice system

• Healthcare reform

• Taxation policies

• Education reform