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QuizMultiple Choice

The Late 20th Century — Test

Question 16 • US History Studies Since 1877

Which of these campaign promises did Reagan fail to keep?

Answer
A
reducing federal spending
B
increasing income taxes
C
reducing unemployment
D
building a strong military

Explanation

Reagan promised to reduce federal spending, but federal spending increased during his presidency, in part because of large increases in defense spending and rising interest costs. So the promise he failed to keep was reducing federal spending. He did build up the military, and income tax rates were cut rather than increased.

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