Question

When Ronald Reagan campaigned for the presidency in 1980, he promised voters that he would “get the government out of people’s pockets (pocketbooks) and off of their backs.” Which action did Reagan take as president to “get the government off of people’s backs”?
A. He convinced Congress to pass stricter environmental laws.
B. He wanted to raise tariffs.
C. He convinced Congress to lower taxes.
D. He persuaded government to decrease its regulation of businesses.

Answer 1

Given that his position is more 'pro-individual', you can immediately eliminate options 'A' and 'B', because they are pro-government intervention, if that makes sense. However, he both lowered taxes and decreased business regulations .. So I don't think this question is well-written in that those two answers are correct. Sorry! Good luck.

Answer 2

D is the correct answer

Answer 3

Actually .. If he's talking to the individual voter, 'C' may make the most sense because it's more individual.

Answer 4

i asked an expert...

Answer 5

D