Blinder Sees Limited Economic Impact From GOP Health Bill

Blinder Sees Limited Economic Impact From GOP Health Bill

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Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies

University

Hard

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The video discusses the current legislative process in America, highlighting the importance of open practices like public hearings and debates. It critiques the secretive approach taken by Trump, McConnell, and Ryan regarding health care reforms. Professor Blinder argues that these changes have minimal immediate impact on the macroeconomy but could affect public confidence. The discussion also touches on potential economic impacts of other administrative actions, such as trade wars.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What traditional legislative practices are mentioned as part of America's open process?

Secret hearings

Public hearings and expert critiques

Private meetings

Executive orders

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern about the secretive approach to health care legislation?

It might lead to a trade war

It will increase taxes

It undermines public trust in government

It will immediately impact the economy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the secretive legislative approach potentially affect the GDP growth rate?

It significantly boosts GDP

It has little impact on GDP growth

It guarantees a 3% GDP growth

It causes a recession

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of the proposed changes to Obamacare?

An increase in public hearings

A decrease in trade tariffs

20 to 32 million people losing health insurance over 10 years

Immediate economic collapse

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What other economic threat is mentioned that could have a major impact?

Increased public hearings

A trade war

A new health care policy

A rise in GDP