Bush Administration: Key Accomplishments and Challenges
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What was a significant reform introduced during George Bush's second term related to healthcare?

  • Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act
  • Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
  • Social Security Expansion Act
  • Medicare Modernization Act (correct)
  • Which legislation was passed in response to the financial crisis of 2008 during George Bush's second term?

  • The Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) (correct)
  • The Housing and Economic Recovery Act
  • The Economic Stimulus Act
  • The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
  • Which of the following proposals did George Bush notably fail to pass during his second term?

  • Medicare Modernization Act
  • Economic Stimulus Act
  • No Child Left Behind Act
  • Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act (correct)
  • What major natural disaster did George Bush and FEMA receive criticism for during his second term?

    <p>Hurricane Katrina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What controversial practice associated with detainees did George Bush's administration implement at Guantanamo Bay?

    <p>Enhanced interrogation techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Key Accomplishments

    • Implementation of the Medicare Modernization Act aimed to reduce prescription drug costs for the elderly.
    • Passage of the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) in response to the 2008 financial crisis, although insufficient to prevent the Great Recession.

    Major Challenges and Criticisms

    • Failed initiatives included:
      • Privatization of Social Security: Attempt did not get congressional approval.
      • Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act: Failed to advance.
      • Offshore drilling proposals: Unable to pass through Congress.
    • Criticism for the slow response to Hurricane Katrina:
      • FEMA and Bush faced backlash for inadequate recovery efforts, leaving many homeless.

    Impact on Public Support

    • The War in Iraq saw a significant decline in public support, contributing to Republican losses in the 2006 midterm elections.
    • Bush's refusal to comply with congressional subpoenas drew comparisons to Ronald Reagan during the Iran-Contra scandal.

    Controversial Policies

    • Use of enhanced interrogation techniques at Guantanamo Bay faced allegations of war crimes, leading to ongoing debate about legality and morality.

    Legacy Challenges

    • Entered the final term focused on preserving presidential legacy amid widespread criticism and significant challenges.

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    Explore the significant achievements and obstacles faced during George W. Bush's presidency. This quiz covers key legislation like the Medicare Modernization Act and TARP, as well as challenges such as the slow response to Hurricane Katrina and failed initiatives. Test your knowledge on the impact of these events on public support.

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