Discussing Build Back Better With Congressman Andy Levin

The video discusses President Biden's strategy to break the Build Back Better agenda into smaller bills to pass key legislation. Congressman Andy Levin highlights the challenges of using reconciliation, the importance of climate change legislation, and the need for larger Democratic majorities to overcome conservative opposition. The discussion also covers the filibuster's impact on voting rights and the need to protect democracy.

What is the main reason President Biden is considering breaking the Build Back Better bill into smaller pieces?

• To reduce the overall cost of the bill

• To focus on passing key parts of the legislation

• To gain Republican support

• To simplify the legislative process

Why is it challenging to split a reconciliation bill according to Congressman Andy Levin?

• It is not allowed by the Senate rules

• It is too costly

• It requires bipartisan support

• Reconciliation can only happen once each budget

What is the only way to pass a bill with a simple majority without filibuster issues?

• Bipartisan agreement

• Reconciliation process

• Executive action

• Regular order

What major legislative accomplishments does Congressman Levin highlight from the past year?

• The Affordable Care Act

• The Great Society programs

• The American Rescue Plan and Infrastructure and Jobs Act

• The New Deal

According to Congressman Levin, what is necessary to pass more significant legislation?

• Reducing the size of bills

• More executive orders

• Larger Democratic majorities

• Bipartisan support

What is the main criticism of Senators Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema according to Congressman Levin?

• Their opposition to climate change legislation

• Their reluctance to change the filibuster rule

• Their support for the Build Back Better agenda

• Their support for tax cuts

What does Congressman Levin emphasize as crucial for maintaining democracy?

• Increasing voter turnout

• Passing voting rights legislation

• Strengthening the military

• Reducing government spending