CLEAN : Fiscal cliff averted

The transcript discusses political and economic issues, focusing on the dynamics within Congress and the impact of recent elections. It highlights the challenges of fiscal policies, such as the fiscal cliff and debt ceiling, and the measures taken to address them, including tax increases and spending cuts. The discussion also touches on the political strategies and outcomes resulting from the divided government post-2010 elections.

What was the main concern regarding the ideological zealots in the party?

How did the recent tax changes impact high-income households?

What are the implications of the fiscal cliff mentioned in the text?

What was the outcome of the deal discussed in the text?

How did the 2010 election affect the control of government?