The Nixon Administration

question 124

Multiple Choice

The Nixon Administration:

• A) created the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
• B) was not interested in enlarging the federal government with new agencies other than the EPA.
• C) did not support the Endangered Species Act, which was vetoed by Nixon but survived with a congressional override.
• D) A and C
• E) was a strong supporter of affirmative action and busing.

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