Mikhail Gorbachev

question 46

Multiple Choice

Mikhail Gorbachev

• A) accused Reagan of presiding over an "evil empire."
• B) inaugurated political openness and economic reform in the Soviet Union.
• C) was reviled by Reagan for his unwillingness to negotiate arms reduction.
• D) ensured the Soviet Union would continue as a strong ally of the United States in the future.
• E) was dedicated to maintaining Russia's military budget.

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