Pryor Restraint: What's the Middle Class?

Pryor Restraint: What's the Middle Class?

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The transcript discusses a debate where Mark Pryor defines the middle class as earning up to $200,000, despite Arkansas's median income being $40,000. Pryor faces challenges in his campaign, consistently trailing behind. The role of Bill Clinton and African American voter turnout are highlighted as crucial for Pryor's chances in the election.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What income range did Mark Pryor define as middle class during the debate?

Up to $50,000

Up to $100,000

Up to $150,000

Up to $200,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the median income in Arkansas compare to Pryor's definition of middle class?

It is roughly the same as Pryor's definition

It is not mentioned in the debate

It is higher than Pryor's definition

It is significantly lower than Pryor's definition

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of Republicans to Pryor's statement about the middle class?

They were worried about losing the race

They felt confident about their position

They decided to change their strategy

They ignored the statement

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which former president is mentioned as a potential influence in the election?

Ronald Reagan

George W. Bush

Barack Obama

Bill Clinton

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key strategies for Democrats to improve their chances in the election?

Increasing media coverage

Increasing African American voter turnout

Focusing on rural areas

Reducing campaign spending