President Obama's Eulogy and Supreme Court Decisions

The Washington Week Webcast Extra, hosted by Gwen Ifill, covers a significant week of news, including President Obama's eulogy for Reverend Clemente Pinckney, his achievements in healthcare, gay marriage, and trade. The panel discusses the Confederate flag debate and recent Supreme Court decisions on housing discrimination and same-sex marriage. The webcast concludes with reflections on these events and the White House's celebration of the same-sex marriage ruling.

What was the unique aspect of President Obama's eulogy for Reverend Clemente Pinckney?

• He recited a poem.

• He sang 'Amazing Grace'.

• He danced on stage.

• He played a musical instrument.

Which major legislative achievement of President Obama was rescued during the week?

• Immigration reform

• Health care plan

• Environmental policy

• Education reform

What was one of the key themes President Obama addressed in his eulogy?

• Technological advancement

• Foreign policy

• Amazing grace and societal awakening

• Economic growth

What was the central question in the debate over the Confederate flag?

• Its symbolic meaning and offensiveness

• Its artistic value

• Its economic impact

• Its historical accuracy

What did Jesse Dukes find about the Confederate flag's symbolism?

• It represents only the Civil War.

• It is a symbol of technological progress.

• It is a symbol of economic prosperity.

• It symbolizes a lost America and fear of change.

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court's decision on housing discrimination?

• It allowed for intentional discrimination only.

• It rejected all forms of discrimination lawsuits.

• It allowed lawsuits based on disparate impact.

• It abolished the housing discrimination law.

How did the Supreme Court's decision on housing discrimination impact civil rights activists?

• It was a setback for their efforts.

• It was a significant victory.

• It had no impact.

• It led to new legislation.

What was the perception of the Supreme Court's ideological stance after recent decisions?

• It became more unpredictable.

• It was seen as moving to the right.

• It remained unchanged.

• It was seen as moving to the left.

What was the Supreme Court's decision regarding the Confederate flag on license plates?

• It banned all Confederate symbols.

• It was a liberal decision based on free speech.

• It was a conservative decision.

• It allowed unrestricted use of the flag.

What special event was happening at the White House as the webcast was taped?

• The White House being lit in rainbow colors

• A musical concert

• A state dinner

• A press conference