Question

What did Ronald Reagan promise Americans when he was elected president? Check all that apply.

to increase taxes
to decrease taxes
to improve the economy
to restore faith in the nation
to make the US military stronger
to expand the federal government

Answer 1

Check all that apply:
- to decrease taxes — Yes. (Reagan campaigned on large tax cuts / supply-side economics.)
- to improve the economy — Yes. (Reviving growth and fighting inflation/unemployment were central promises.)
- to restore faith in the nation — Yes. (He promised to renew American confidence and pride.)
- to make the US military stronger — Yes. (He advocated a major defense buildup: “peace through strength.”)

Not applicable:
- to increase taxes — No.
- to expand the federal government — No (he promised smaller government and less regulation).