THE RISE OF POLITICAL CONSERVATISM 1980 1992
THE ELECTION OF RONALD REAGAN IN 1980
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Question
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What measures did Reagan take in opposition to the Soviet Union?
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strong military build up
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agreeing to avoid developing any anti-missile defense systems
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refusing to label them an “Evil Empire”
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supported Afghanistan rebels resisting the Soviet Union
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -During the Soviet–Afghan War, Reagan deployed the CIA’s Special Activities Division (SAD) Paramilitary Officers to train, equip, and lead the Mujahideen forces against the Soviet Army.
Detailed explanation-2: -Reagan wanted more of a military build-up to match soviet Powers. He continued the arms race, it raised the military spending 43 percent instituting a peace through strength policy. The Soviets on the other hand struggled to keep up and went bankrupt trying to match the US power.
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