Why Keystone Pipeline Remains at Top of Agenda for GOP

The video discusses the Keystone Pipeline's political and symbolic significance, highlighting its diminished economic and environmental impact. It explores the political debate between liberals and conservatives, noting the limited job creation and environmental concerns. The discussion includes potential political strategies for passing the pipeline, emphasizing the need for bipartisan cooperation. The video concludes with predictions about the pipeline's future and the political challenges it faces.

What is the main reason the Keystone Pipeline has become a symbolic issue?

• Its significant impact on job creation

• Its role in reducing oil prices

• Its potential to increase environmental pollution

• Its diminished importance to the economy

What has Canada done while the Keystone Pipeline was on hold?

• Stopped all oil extraction activities

• Approved and opened other pipelines

• Reduced oil production

• Increased oil prices significantly

What did the former President of Shell predict about the Keystone Pipeline?

• It will never be completed

• It will be completed regardless of political opposition

• It will be replaced by other energy projects

• It will cause significant environmental damage

What is required for the Keystone Pipeline bill to pass despite a presidential veto?

• Bipartisan cooperation to achieve a veto-proof majority

• A simple majority in Congress

• Approval from the Supreme Court

• Support from environmental groups

What strategy might Republicans use to gain Democratic support for the Keystone Pipeline?

• Promise to lower taxes

• Reduce the pipeline's capacity

• Include infrastructure spending in the bill

• Increase oil prices