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The video covers the latest updates on US stock indexes, which are recovering from the pandemic's impact. It discusses the Senate Republicans' proposal for a scaled-back coronavirus relief bill, including unemployment benefits and a bailout for the US Postal Service. President Trump plans to pardon Susan B. Anthony on the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. Lastly, the video announces the live streaming of the Democratic National Convention.

What is the significance of the S&P 500 in the US stock market?

• It is a measure of global economic health.

• It only includes technology companies.

• It tracks the performance of small businesses.

• It represents the 500 largest companies in the US.

What is one of the key components of the proposed GOP coronavirus relief bill?

• A reduction in healthcare funding

• A $500 weekly unemployment benefit

• A $10 billion bailout for the US Postal Service

• A new tax on digital services

Why is the US Postal Service included in the relief bill proposal?

• To increase the number of postal workers

• To improve international shipping rates

• To address concerns about mail-in ballot delays

• To expand postal banking services

Who was Susan B. Anthony and why is she being pardoned?

• A civil rights leader pardoned for tax evasion

• A women's rights activist pardoned for voting illegally

• A suffragette pardoned for leading protests

• A politician pardoned for campaign finance violations

What event is being streamed live on Wednesday and Thursday?

• The Democratic National Convention

• The Presidential Inauguration

• The Republican National Convention

• The State of the Union Address