Which of the Following Most Significantly Accelerated the "Values Divide

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following most significantly accelerated the "values divide" between liberals and conservatives?

• A) The election of Ronald Reagan
• B) The rise of the KKK
• C) The Contract with America
• D) The war on terror
• E) The election of Barack Obama

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Definitions:

Watergate Scandal

A major political scandal in the United States during the early 1970s that stemmed from a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate office complex and the Nixon administration's attempted cover-up of its involvement.

Obstruction of Justice

The act of deliberately interfering with the process of justice and law enforcement, including tampering with evidence or witnesses.

Democratic National Committee

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is the formal governing body for the United States Democratic Party, responsible for promoting Democratic campaign activities and formulating party policy.

Fiscal Liberal

An individual or policy favoring increased government spending and lower taxation as means to stimulate economic growth and reduce unemployment.