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The Reagan Revolution

Question 3 • NY-US History and Government Term 2 Hillcrest

Why did President Reagan order the CIA to recruit the Contras?

Answer
A
He wanted to use the Contras to help free US hostages being held by terrorists.
B
He thought they could help the United States sell arms to countries fighting Communism.
C
He thought they were necessary to oust a Communist-leaning government in Nicaragua.
D
He felt that it would prompt Congress to change its stand on US involvement in Latin America.
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