Biden Picks Yellen to Lead New Economic Team

Biden Picks Yellen to Lead New Economic Team

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The video discusses the Biden administration's economic team nominees, highlighting their diversity and potential confirmation challenges. It explores the team's focus on economic equality, labor policies, and gender issues, emphasizing the impact of a diverse team on policy directions. The discussion also touches on the Federal Reserve's leadership and potential changes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is nominated to head the Office of Management and Budget, making history as the first woman of color in this role?

Janet Yellen

Neera Tanden

Cecilia Rouse

Heather Boushey

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which nominee might face challenges in confirmation due to a Republican Congress?

Neera Tanden

Wally Adeyemo

Janet Yellen

Cecilia Rouse

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main economic policy focus of Biden's team?

Promoting economic equality

Increasing corporate taxes

Reducing government spending

Enhancing international trade

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which economist is known for pushing the economy to reduce unemployment?

Jared Bernstein

Heather Boushey

Janet Yellen

Cecilia Rouse

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential policy area that might be addressed due to the diverse economic team?

Aid for child care

Deregulation of industries

Tax cuts for the wealthy

Increased military spending

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the only white male in Biden's economic team?

Wally Adeyemo

Jay Powell

Jared Bernstein

Brian Deese

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the likelihood of Jay Powell being reappointed as the Chair of the Federal Reserve?

Not mentioned

Already decided

Possible if Biden approves

Very unlikely