George HW Bush and 1992 Election

The video discusses the 1992 US presidential election, highlighting the three main candidates: Bill Clinton, George HW Bush, and Ross Perot. Bush's broken tax promise and the economic recession weakened his campaign, while Clinton's focus on economic recovery and middle-class tax relief resonated with voters, leading to his victory. Despite not winning any states, Perot's campaign on fiscal responsibility garnered significant popular support, affecting Bush's chances.

Who were the main candidates in the 1992 US presidential election?

• Bill Clinton, George HW Bush, Al Gore

• Bill Clinton, Ronald Reagan, Ross Perot

• Bill Clinton, George HW Bush, Ross Perot

• George HW Bush, Al Gore, Ross Perot

What was George HW Bush's famous promise during his presidency?

• To reduce the national debt

• To improve healthcare

• To not raise taxes

• To increase military spending

What economic event negatively impacted George HW Bush's re-election campaign?

• A trade war

• A housing market boom

• A recession

• A stock market crash

Who did Bill Clinton choose as his running mate in the 1992 election?

• Hillary Clinton

• Joe Biden

• Ross Perot

• Al Gore

What was a key focus of Bill Clinton's campaign strategy?

• Environmental protection

• Economic recovery

• Healthcare reform

• Foreign policy

How many electoral votes did Bill Clinton secure in the 1992 election?

• 370

• 270

• 420

• 168

What percentage of the popular vote did Ross Perot receive in the 1992 election?

• 10%

• 25%

• 19%

• 15%

Which third-party candidate received the highest percentage of the popular vote since 1912?

• Ralph Nader

• Ross Perot

• George Wallace

• John Anderson

What was a major focus of Ross Perot's campaign?

• Education reform

• Fiscal responsibility

• Healthcare reform

• Environmental protection

In which states did Ross Perot manage to win several counties?

• California and Texas

• Illinois and Michigan

• New York and Florida

• Ohio and Pennsylvania