Tom Steyer on Biden's $2.25T Infrastructure Plan

Tom Steyer on Biden's $2.25T Infrastructure Plan

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Tom Steyer discusses the Biden administration's infrastructure plan, emphasizing its dual role in addressing both infrastructure needs and the climate crisis. He argues that the plan will spur private sector investment, create jobs, and restore America's global leadership. Steyer also addresses concerns about the plan's sufficiency and the role of corporate taxation. He highlights the necessity of the plan for economic and environmental reasons and discusses his personal style and political future.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What dual focus does Tom Steyer highlight in the infrastructure plan?

Rebuilding the country and addressing the climate crisis

Reducing taxes and increasing military spending

Improving healthcare and education

Expanding international trade and tourism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Tom Steyer respond to criticisms that the plan is not a Green New Deal?

He dismisses the criticisms as irrelevant

He emphasizes the plan's green initiatives and private sector role

He proposes cutting the budget to focus on infrastructure

He agrees and suggests a new plan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Tom Steyer's view on raising corporate taxes to support the plan?

He suggests lowering taxes instead

He thinks it is essential and fair

He believes it is unfair and punitive

He has no opinion on the matter

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Steyer, what is the significance of the infrastructure plan's funding?

It is a historic first step but not enough

It is unnecessary and should be reduced

It is solely focused on government jobs

It is more than sufficient for all needs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Steyer believe the infrastructure plan will enable the private sector to do?

Invest in traditional energy sources

Reduce its workforce

Focus on international markets

Drive further job creation and lead the clean energy revolution

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Tom Steyer's stance on running for governor?

He plans to run in the next election

He is undecided about his political future

He has no plans to run and opposes the recall

He is actively campaigning for the position

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Tom Steyer's tartan tie symbolize for him?

A commitment to tradition

A reflection of his Scottish heritage

A symbol of fun, optimism, and forward-thinking

A fashion statement with no deeper meaning