USA HISTORY

THE RISE OF POLITICAL CONSERVATISM 1980 1992

THE ELECTION OF RONALD REAGAN IN 1980

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the significance of the speaker’s references to the windows in the White House?
A
The windows represent important events from President Reagan’s eight years in office.
B
The windows highlight the former Presidents of the United States.
C
The windows demonstrate the decisions made by President Reagan.
D
The windows symbolize President Reagan’s hope for America.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In his speech, “A Time for Choosing", Reagan stressed the need for smaller government. The speech raised 1 million dollars for Goldwater and is considered the event that launched Reagan’s political career.

Detailed explanation-2: -Reagan’s purpose was to remind Americans of their freedoms and to encourage Soviets to allow more individual freedom.

Detailed explanation-3: -"A Time for Choosing", also known as “The Speech", was a speech presented during the 1964 U.S. presidential election campaign by future president Ronald Reagan on behalf of Republican candidate Barry Goldwater. ‘A Time For Choosing’ launched Reagan into national prominence in politics.

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