18.1 The Clinton Years

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How was President Clinton's welfare reform successful?

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The new system moved several million from welfare to jobs.

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How did President Clinton balance the budget?

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He cut federal spending, lowered taxes, and focused government problems on helping children and improving health care.

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What other factors helped President Clinton slash the federal debt?

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Unemployment fell, the stock market soared, and tax revenues rose.

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How did the Contract with America shape US history?

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During the Clinton Administration, Republican congressional candidates pushed for major economic reforms.

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How did the newly elected Republican Congress clash with President Clinton over the budget?

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The Republicans wanted to slow spending on Social Security and Medicare.

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Why did the Republican controlled House of Representatives impeach President Clinton?

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The House charged Clinton with perjury and obstruction of justice.

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How did job market trends during the Clinton Administration change?

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There was an explosive growth of job opportunities in the service sector.

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How were manufacturing jobs affected during the Clinton Administration?

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Manufacturing jobs sharply declined due to outsourcing and downsizing.

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How did the advent of high tech businesses during the Clinton Administration affect the economy?

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The NASDAQ rose significantly.

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What was the purpose of NAFTA?

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to eliminate US trade barriers and promote free trade with Mexico and Canada