Topic: Proficiency

Senator Al Franken's attempt to grill Rick Perry during his confirmation hearing resulted in a humorous exchange. After Franken asked an "asshole question" about whether Perry enjoyed meeting him, Perry's witty response was noted as a potential "Saturday Night Live" soundbite.

A PBS NewsHour report on low reading proficiency standards in Ohio is interpreted as a political hit piece against Governor John Kasich. The report claims Ohio promotes third graders even if they lag behind 85% of their peers. The hosts argue the story is designed to make the Republican presidential hopeful look like a "scammer."