Trump Picks Oklahoma Attorney General Pruitt to Lead EPA

Trump Picks Oklahoma Attorney General Pruitt to Lead EPA

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The transcript discusses Scott Pruitt's appointment as chief of the EPA, highlighting controversies surrounding his climate change denial and past lawsuits against the EPA. It explores the political uproar, particularly among Democrats, and the strategies needed to address these issues, including gaining support from skeptical Republican senators.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main controversy discussed in relation to Pruitt's Twitter feed?

His comments on climate change

His support for the Oklahoma Sooners

His legal battles with the EPA

His stance on renewable energy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant aspect of Pruitt's history that raises concerns?

His support for renewable energy

His ties to the automotive industry

His lack of political experience

His denial of climate change

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action has Pruitt taken against the EPA in the past?

He has supported their regulations

He has ignored their policies

He has sued the organization

He has worked as a consultant for them

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Democrats' reaction to Pruitt's appointment?

They are supportive

They are planning to block it

They are indifferent

They are celebrating it

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy might Democrats use to counter Pruitt's appointment?

Organize public protests

Propose alternative candidates

Launch a media campaign

Seek support from skeptical Republican senators