Elections: How Confident Are Sen. McConnells People?

The transcript covers the Kentucky Senate race between Mitch McConnell and Alison Lundergan Grimes. McConnell's campaign is confident, aiming for a Senate Majority Leader position, while Grimes challenges his long tenure. Both candidates have been actively campaigning, with McConnell emphasizing his leadership benefits for Kentucky and Grimes criticizing him as a cause of gridlock. The race is one of the most expensive, with significant outside funding. Grimes faced controversy over her stance on Obama, but her supporters downplay its impact. The outcome depends on whether voters prefer McConnell's experience or new leadership.

What is one of the main challenges McConnell has faced in his campaign?

• A strong Democratic opponent

• A lack of campaign funds

• A Republican primary challenger

• A scandal involving his personal life

What strategy did McConnell use to strengthen his campaign in the final days?

• He focused on social media campaigns

• He campaigned with Rand Paul across the state

• He held a series of debates with Grimes

• He reduced his campaign spending

According to McConnell, what would be a benefit of him becoming Senate Majority Leader?

• It would increase federal funding for Kentucky

• It would bring more jobs to Kentucky

• It would be a plus for Kentucky

• It would reduce taxes in Kentucky

What is Grimes' main criticism of McConnell's leadership?

• He is the guardian of gridlock

• He has not spent enough time in Kentucky

• He is too focused on national issues

• He has not supported healthcare reforms

What was a controversial issue for Grimes during her campaign?

• Her views on education reform

• Her position on tax cuts

• Her refusal to say if she would vote for Obama again

• Her stance on healthcare