Nancy Pelosi Leadership and Background

The Washington Week Podcast, hosted by Robert Costa, features a discussion with seasoned congressional reporters about Nancy Pelosi's political career, her achievements, and the challenges she faces in her bid to become Speaker of the House again. The panel explores her political network, leadership style, and relationship with President Trump. They also discuss the dynamics within her leadership team and speculate on her legacy. The conversation highlights Pelosi's significant role in the Democratic Party and her ability to navigate complex political landscapes.

Where was Nancy Pelosi born?

• New York

• Maryland

• Texas

• California

What significant role did Nancy Pelosi achieve in 2007?

• First female President

• First female Senate Majority Leader

• First female Speaker of the House

• First female Vice President

How many votes does Pelosi need to be elected Speaker?

• 250

• 218

• 200

• 300

Which major legislative act did Pelosi help pass?

• Patriot Act

• Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

• Affordable Care Act

• No Child Left Behind

Who is one of Pelosi's key allies in the Democratic coalition?

• Mitch McConnell

• Rosa DeLauro

• Paul Ryan

• Kevin McCarthy

What strategy might Pelosi use to lower the vote threshold?

• Publicly criticize opponents

• Change party affiliation

• Offer committee assignments

• Increase campaign funding

What is a common criticism of Pelosi's leadership?

• Been in leadership too long

• Poor public speaking skills

• Ineffective fundraising

• Lack of experience

How is Pelosi's relationship with President Trump described?

• Close allies

• Mostly non-existent

• Frequent collaborators

• Long-time friends

Who are the other two members of the Democratic leadership team with Pelosi?

• Chuck Schumer and Bernie Sanders

• Mitch McConnell and Kevin McCarthy

• Paul Ryan and John Boehner

• Steny Hoyer and Jim Clyburn

What drives Nancy Pelosi according to Jake Sherman?

• Desire for personal fame

• Avoiding political challenges

• Building unlikely coalitions

• Financial gain