Chapter 22 Extended Response Flashcards
(3 points) Describe liberal beliefs in regards to the economy and social programs.
-Economy- Liberals believed government should regulate the economy to protect people from the power of corporations and wealthy elites.
-Social Programs- Liberals believed that government should help the disadvantaged by putting more of society’s tax burden on wealthier people.
(3 points). Describe conservative beliefs in regards to the economy and social programs.
-Economy- Conservatives feared that the government will restrict economic freedom limiting the ability of a person to improve their standard of living.
-Social Programs- Conservatives believe that issues are addressed through religion and through private churches, individuals, and communities to help those in need.
(4 points) Describe Ronald Reagan’s journey to become president.
-He became a Hollywood actor in the late 1930’s.
-In the late 40’s, he became president of the Screen Actor’s Guide (the actor’s union).
-In 1966, he became governor of California.
-He eventually defeated Jimmy Carter in the 1980 election to become president.
(4 points) Describe the three examples of the Reagan Doctrine.
-Afghanistan- Russia invaded and Reagan sent millions of dollars in aid to Afghan guerillas getting Soviets to eventually withdraw.
-Nicaragua- Reagan secretly sent arms to rebel group the Contras to defeat Communist group the Sandanistas.
-Grenada- Reagan sent troops to defeat Grenadian and Cuban soldiers and set up an anti-Communist government.
(4 points) Describe the Iran Contra Scandal.
-Congress banned Reagan from continuing to secretly support the -Contras, but he continued anyway.
-At the same time, US secretly sold weapons to Iran in exchange for the release of certain hostages.
-The money they received then went to the Contras.
-People eventually found out, but Reagan avoided getting into trouble.
(3 points) Describe the 1992 Election.
-Republican- George HW Bush
-Democrat- Bill Clinton
-Independent- Ross Perot
-Results- Clinton wins- Clinton 43% of popular vote, Bush 37%, and Perot 19%
