George H.W.Bush was defeated for reelection in 1992 for all of the following EXCEPT
A)the inability to win the Gulf War.
B)government budget deficits.
C)a downturn in the economy.
D)Bill Clinton's strategy of claiming to be a "New Democrat" and more conservative than recent Democratic candidates.
E)None of these are correct.

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The Gulf War was actually a major victory for the United States and Bush's approval ratings soared as a result. The other factors listed, including government budget deficits, a downturn in the economy, and Clinton's "New Democrat" strategy, were all significant reasons for Bush's defeat.

George HWBush Was Defeated for Reelection in 1992 for All of of the Following