Rep. Yarmuth Says Govt. Shutdown in Hands of GOP Majority

The transcript discusses the Democrats' willingness to engage in tax reform talks, highlighting concerns about the Republican Congress's focus on tax cuts for the wealthy. It also addresses the looming government shutdown due to budget disagreements, with Democrats opposing cuts to nondefense spending. The discussion emphasizes the need for increased defense funding while maintaining balance with nondefense budgets, criticizing the administration's proposed cuts to various programs.

What is the primary concern of Democrats regarding the Republican tax reform proposals?

• They want to increase taxes on the wealthy.

• They believe the proposals unfairly burden lower and middle-income groups.

• They think the proposals are too lenient on corporations.

• They want to eliminate all tax cuts.

What is the main issue that could lead to a government shutdown?

• Increased spending on public television.

• Disagreements over tax reform.

• Insufficient legislative days to pass a funding extension.

• Lack of agreement on defense spending.

What is the proposed increase in defense spending according to the budget?

• $33 billion

• $30 billion

• $54 billion

• $18 billion

What principle was established in the 2011 Balanced Budget Act?

• Defense spending should be reduced by $54 billion.

• Non-defense spending should be cut by 20%.

• Any increase in defense spending should be matched by non-defense spending.

• Defense spending should always be higher than non-defense spending.

What is one of the areas facing significant budget cuts in the proposed budget?

• Public Education

• National Endowment for the Arts

• Defense Department

• Social Security