General Election 2015 - Nick Clegg Announces Stability Budget

The transcript discusses the motivations behind political actions, emphasizing the importance of spreading opportunity and ensuring economic stability. It highlights the economic uncertainty in 2010, with references to the financial crises in Greece, Spain, Ireland, and Portugal. The narrative focuses on the critical decision faced by the Liberal Democrats in the UK, who chose to provide stability by forming a coalition, rather than remaining in opposition and risking economic disaster.

What is described as the primary duty of politicians according to the first section?

• Reducing taxes

• Ensuring economic stability

• Winning elections

• Increasing military spending

Which event in May 2010 is highlighted as causing uncertainty in Europe?

• The Brexit referendum

• The election of a new UK Prime Minister

• The collapse of Greece

• The signing of a new trade agreement

What was the potential consequence for the UK if the Liberal Democrats chose not to join the coalition?

• A rise in unemployment

• A decrease in international trade

• An increase in public spending

• A Conservative party without a majority

What was the easy option for the Liberal Democrats in 2010?

• To call for new elections

• To increase taxes

• To remain in opposition

• To form a coalition with Labour

What did the Liberal Democrats ultimately provide to Britain in 2010?

• A new Prime Minister

• More public protests

• Higher taxes

• Stability