USA HISTORY

THE RISE OF POLITICAL CONSERVATISM 1980 1992

PRESIDENT RONALD REAGANS FOREIGN POLICY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In the late twentieth century, liberals believed that ____
A
taxes should be reduced for all Americans
B
the federal government should limit regulation of industry
C
the national defense system should be strengthened
D
the federal government should intervene to help the needy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In the 19th century and the early 20th century, the term had usually described classical liberalism, which emphasizes limited government, religious freedom, and support for the free market.

Detailed explanation-2: -Liberals generally believed in limited government, although several liberal philosophers decried government outright, with Thomas Paine writing, “government even in its best state is a necessary evil".

Detailed explanation-3: -Liberals wanted a nation which tolerated all religions. They also opposed the uncontrolled power of dynastic rulers. They wanted to safeguard the rights of individuals against governments.

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