Obama: Opportunities to Get Things Done in Congress

The transcript covers a press conference where the President discusses various topics, including the economy, relations with the Republican Party, North Korea's hacking scandal, US-Cuba relations, and racial issues in America. The President emphasizes progress made and challenges ahead, while also addressing media dynamics and executive authority.

What was the President's main message regarding the economic situation in the US?

• The economy is struggling compared to other countries.

• The economic indicators are irrelevant to the administration's goals.

• The economy has not improved since the election.

• The US economy is performing well, especially compared to other nations.

What areas did the President mention as potential grounds for collaboration with the Republican Party?

• Healthcare and education

• Trade, tax reform, and infrastructure

• Environmental regulations and energy

• Foreign policy and defense

Why did the President only take questions from female reporters during the press conference?

• Because male reporters were not present.

• To highlight the dominance of men in the front row.

• To follow a new press conference tradition.

• To avoid difficult questions.

How did the President view Sony's decision in the North Korea hacking scandal?

• He had no opinion on Sony's actions.

• He supported Sony's decision to withdraw the film.

• He thought Sony handled the situation perfectly.

• He believed Sony made a mistake by not consulting him first.

What was the President's stance on the US-Cuba relationship?

• He had no interest in changing the US-Cuba relationship.

• He advocated for trying a new approach after 50 years of no change.

• He thought the current approach was effective.

• He believed the embargo should be strengthened.

What did the President say about the state of Black America?

• The gap between black and white Americans has closed completely.

• The situation is worse than when he took office.

• There is still a persistent gap in income and wealth.

• There is no need for further action on racial issues.

What was the President's approach to executive authority in relation to Congress?

• He believed Congress should have full control over executive actions.

• He had no interest in collaborating with Congress.

• He wanted to work with Congress but would act within his legal authority if necessary.

• He preferred to act unilaterally without Congress.