1992 US Presidential Election
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What was the primary challenge faced by President George H.W. Bush during the 1992 presidential election?

  • A strong third-party candidate
  • A recession (correct)
  • A lack of experience
  • A strong Democratic candidate
  • What was Ross Perot's occupation before entering politics?

  • Diplomat
  • Lawyer
  • Politician
  • Businessman (correct)
  • Which of the following was NOT a prior position held by George H.W. Bush?

  • President of Yale University (correct)
  • US Ambassador to China
  • Director of the CIA
  • Governor of Arkansas
  • What was a notable cultural difference highlighted by Bill Clinton's campaign?

    <p>Generational differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many children did George H.W. Bush and Barbara Pierce have?

    <p>Six</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major liability of Ross Perot's presidential campaign?

    <p>Lack of political experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key aspect of Bill Clinton's 'southern strategy'?

    <p>Winning over white southern voters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major weakness of George H.W. Bush's 1992 reelection campaign?

    <p>Rising deficit and recession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key issue of Ross Perot's presidential campaign?

    <p>Repeal of NAFTA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a characteristic of Bill Clinton's political stance?

    <p>Moderate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was elected president in 1992?

    <p>Bill Clinton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant aspect of Clinton's presidency in 1998?

    <p>He became the first president to be impeached</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demographic shift was marked by Clinton's election?

    <p>The shift from the Greatest Generation to the Baby Boomers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a notable feature of Clinton's election?

    <p>He was elected with less than half of the popular vote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a characteristic of Clinton's policies?

    <p>Liberal social and economic policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

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