Republican Party Divisions Flashcards
What are the main divisions within the Republican Party?
Divided by conservatives and moderates.
How did the old guard perceive Eisenhower?
The old guard never convinced Eisenhower was one of them.
What did Eisenhower fantasize about regarding the Republican Party?
Eisenhower fantasized about leaving the party and setting up a new intelligent group of independents.
What significant political event occurred for the Republicans in 1954?
Republicans lost control of Congress.
Who was more popular during Eisenhower’s presidency, Eisenhower or the Republican Party?
Eisenhower was more popular than the party.
What was the worst loss suffered by the Republicans and in what year did it occur?
Republicans suffered their worst loss in 1958.
What were the reasons for the Republican Party’s loss in 1958? (List multiple reasons)
- Economic recession
- Candidates seemed unimpressive
- Eisenhower was old and tired
- Democrats waged aggressive campaign
