Republicans Didn't Quite Repeal Obamacare...Yet

Republicans Didn't Quite Repeal Obamacare...Yet

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The video discusses the political events surrounding the Senate's attempts to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. It highlights John McCain's surprising return to vote, the use of reconciliation to pass bills with a simple majority, and the failure of several repeal attempts, including the 'skinny repeal.' The video concludes with the current status and future outlook of healthcare legislation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the surprising action taken by John McCain after his health diagnosis?

He flew back to DC to vote on a healthcare bill.

He decided to retire from politics.

He joined the Democratic Party.

He publicly supported the Better Care Reconciliation Act.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of using reconciliation for the healthcare bill?

To bypass the President's approval.

To allow for a public referendum.

To pass the bill with only 51 votes instead of 60.

To ensure bipartisan support.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which bill was ironically voted on again in 2017 after being vetoed by President Obama in 2015?

The Affordable Care Act.

The Better Care Reconciliation Act.

The skinny repeal bill.

The straight up repeal bill.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason most senators did not want the 'skinny repeal' to become law?

It had overwhelming public support.

It was considered a bad bill.

It was too comprehensive.

It was too similar to the Affordable Care Act.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Senate vote on the 'skinny repeal'?

It passed with a narrow margin.

It was postponed indefinitely.

It failed due to lack of votes.

It was signed into law by the President.