American Journalist Freed After Being Jailed In Myanmar

The transcript discusses the sentencing of journalist Fenster to 11 years of hard labor in Myanmar. It highlights the involvement of former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson in negotiating Fenster's release. The text also covers the broader context of Myanmar's political situation, including the military coup and subsequent arrests of journalists. Additionally, it mentions the human rights violations by Myanmar's security forces, including civilian casualties and mass arrests.

What was the length of the sentence given to the journalist in Myanmar?

• 20 years

• 11 years

• 5 years

• 15 years

Who assisted in negotiating the journalist's release in Myanmar?

• Former Vice President Al Gore

• Former President Barack Obama

• Former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson

• Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton

What event led to the arrest of dozens of journalists in Myanmar?

• A natural disaster

• A military coup

• A health pandemic

• An economic crisis

Approximately how many civilians have been killed by Myanmar security forces during the crackdown?

• 1200

• 1500

• 500

• 800

How many people have been arrested by Myanmar security forces during the crackdown?

• 12,500

• 10,000

• 7,500

• 5,000