Nixon
What was Nixon's strategy to end the Vietnam War called?
Vietnamization
What major foreign policy achievement did Carter have?
Camp David Accords
What economic policies were associated with Ronald Reagan?
tax cuts and deregulation
What was the justification for the invasion of Iraq in 2003?
Belief that Saddam Hussein possessed weapons of mass destruction
What was the outcome of the 1994 midterm elections during Bill Clinton's presidency?
Republican takeover of both houses of Congress
How did Nixon seek to improve relations with China and the Soviet Union?
Played them against each other
How did the Iran hostage crisis impact Carter's presidency?
Damaged his credibility and public support
What was the outcome of Reagan's economic policies during his first term?
Lower inflation and economic growth
What was one of the criticisms faced by George H. W. Bush despite his accomplishments?
Inability to attract a passionate following
What was the main focus of Clinton’s presidency?
domestic affairs
“I am not a _______.” - Richard Nixon, 1973
crook
How did Gerald Ford handle the aftermath of the Watergate scandal?
Pardoned Richard Nixon
“The _______- is not the solution to our problems, the _________ is the problem.” - Ronald Reagan in his 1st Inaugural Address 1981
Government, government
“Read my lips: no new _____!” - George H.W. Bush along the campaign trail, 1988
taxes
A notable achievement of Clinton’s presidency despite issues with Congress was:
What led to Nixon's resignation?
Watergate Scandal
What country fell to Communism during Ford's presidency despite his best efforts?
Vietnam
What characterized Reagan's approach to the Cold War?
Aggressive anti-Communist rhetoric and increased defense spending
President George H. W. Bush sought to create a new world order based on...?
peace, prosperity, and democracy
Who was the Speaker of the House who made life difficult for Clinton?
Newt Gingrich
What concerns did the Watergate scandal raise?
Executive Branch had become too powerful
Stagflation
Where was Reagan governor before becoming president?
California
What event provided an opportunity to demonstrate and enforce the new world order?
Iraq's invasion of Kuwait
What was the name of the White House intern that Clinton had an affair with?
Monica Lewinsky