CLEAN - Snowden warns of government spying in first Russia video

The video discusses the evolving relationship between governance and government in America, emphasizing the importance of understanding government policies and programs to ensure democratic consent. It highlights the issues of oversight and undersight in governance, suggesting that the real problem lies in the lack of proper understanding and monitoring of government actions.

What is the main focus of the initial discussion in the video?

• The role of technology in governance

• The history of American democracy

• The economic policies of the government

• The relationship between the governing and the governed in America

Why is it important to understand government policies and programs?

• To reduce taxes

• To ensure we can grant our consent in regulating them

• To improve international relations

• To increase government revenue

What does the speaker imply is necessary for a free and democratic society?

• Increasing military spending

• Understanding government policies and programs

• Reducing government size

• Improving infrastructure

What issue is highlighted in the final section of the video?

• The importance of public education

• The need for better oversight

• The need for better understanding rather than just oversight

• The lack of government funding

What clever observation is mentioned regarding oversight?

• We need more government officials

• We need less public involvement

• We have an undersight problem

• We have an oversight problem