Democrats Push to Pass Voting Rights Legislation Again

Democrats Push to Pass Voting Rights Legislation Again

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The transcript discusses the challenges faced by Chuck Schumer in passing two major voting legislations, highlighting the difficulties in securing enough votes due to opposition from key senators. It also explores potential changes to the filibuster and other legislative priorities such as the Build Back Better plan, government funding, and the upcoming midterms. The discussion includes the possibility of passing individual policies from the Build Back Better plan and the strategic importance of these legislative efforts for the Democrats as they approach the midterm elections.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge Chuck Schumer faces in passing the voting legislation?

Legal challenges in court

Opposition from the President

Lack of support from Democrats

Insufficient Republican votes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two senators have expressed concerns about altering the filibuster?

Mitch McConnell and Lindsey Graham

Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema

Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren

Kamala Harris and Nancy Pelosi

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one potential legislative priority mentioned alongside the filibuster discussion?

Healthcare reform

Build Back Better plan

Immigration policy

Education funding

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key focus of the Build Back Better plan according to the President?

Child care, elder care, and health care

Military spending

Tax cuts for corporations

Infrastructure development

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might the Democrats use to gain momentum before the midterms?

Reducing taxes

Increasing military funding

Passing a smaller climate bill

Expanding immigration policies