Reagans Attitude To Foregin Policy Flashcards
1
Q
When did Reagan replace Carter ?
A
1980
Reagan believed in taking a far tougher line with the Soviet Union than Carter
2
Q
What did Reagan emphasize ?
A
He put a major emphasis on Reagan’s policy and he made it clear that he intended to confront the Soviet Union whenever possible
3
Q
What did this change in policy mark ?
A
The second Cold War
4
Q
What was Reagan aware of ?
A
The arsenal that the Soviet Union had built up however he was determined not to be intimidated by it
5
Q
What did Reagan place less emphasis on ?
A
Human rights and was keen to increase US defence spending
6
Q
What did Reagan want to eradicate?
A
The humiliation of the loss of the Vietnam war, The hostages in Iran and the increasing influence of the Soviet Union in both Africa and Central America
