Among third-party candidates, which one is thought to have split the conservative vote in a recent
election?
A. Ross Perot
B. Pat Buchanan
C. John Edwards
D. Ralph Nader

Question

Among third-party candidates, which one is thought to have split the conservative vote in a recent
election?
A. Ross Perot
B. Pat Buchanan
C. John Edwards
D. Ralph Nader

captainfluffy · Answer

When you consider the fact that President Clinton won two elections without ever getting 50% of the vote, you know Perot was his wing man. 

In 1992, Clinton beat Bush 43.3% to 37.7%. Perot got 19%. He siphoned off more Republicans than Democrats. Though some liberals liked him, more conservatives went for Perot than liberals. 

Clinton would have won in 1996 whether or not Perot was in the race, as he received 49.2% of the vote. But for sure in 1992, it was Perot. 

A. is wrong, for Nader took votes from Gore in 2000. And Nader took NO conservative votes with him. 

B. is correct. 

C. is wrong, as he didn't really split the vote. He was a conservative, but he got less than a half percent. That is not splitting. That is just a minor annoyance. 

d. is wrong as Edwards has never been a third-party cnadidate and conservatives won't vote for him.

captainfluffy · Answer

wait... A sorry i ment A not B its Ross