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What was President Reagan's approach towards the USSR?
What was President Reagan's approach towards the USSR?
- He focused on enhancing trade relations with the USSR
- He rejected containment and believed in defeating evil, not negotiating (correct)
- He embraced containment and detente policies
- He proposed peaceful negotiations with the USSR
What was the main goal of the $1.5 trillion military buildup under Reagan?
What was the main goal of the $1.5 trillion military buildup under Reagan?
- To establish a military alliance with the USSR
- To bankrupt and destroy the USSR (correct)
- To promote economic cooperation with the USSR
- To negotiate peace treaties with the USSR
What was the core concept behind Reagan's 'Peace through Strength' approach?
What was the core concept behind Reagan's 'Peace through Strength' approach?
- Develop a strong military to deter aggression (correct)
- Engage in preemptive strikes against potential threats
- Advocate for peace talks despite military strength
- Promote disarmament as a means to ensure security
In March 1983, what did President Reagan propose with the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI)?
In March 1983, what did President Reagan propose with the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI)?
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How did Reagan believe the US should support guerilla groups under the Reagan Doctrine?
How did Reagan believe the US should support guerilla groups under the Reagan Doctrine?
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