Question

How did Americans perceptions of the candidates affect the presidential election of 1980?

Answer 1

Americans were gravely affected by the effects of War which has caused their emotions to vote for a president who will take them out of this situation. Reagan won this election because he promised people that he will do something about unemployment and the increasing rate of inflation. He is known to be the first man to have gotten the most votes during an electoral race in the US history.

Answer 2

Choices are:

Many Americans felt that Ronald Reagan lacked leadership skills.

Many Americans viewed President Carter as negative and defeated.

Many Americans viewed President Carter as optimistic and engaged.

Many Americans felt that Ronald Reagan lacked conservative credentials.

Correct Answer is :  Many Americans viewed President Carter as negative and defeated.