Which of the following most clearly contributed to Barack Obama's victory in the 2012 presidential election?
A) Voters thought Obama's policies were more likely to favor the middle class.
B) Voters thought Obama's policies would be more likely to result in the self-deportation of illegal immigrants.
C) Voters agreed with Obama that the federal government is doing too much.
D) Voters agreed with Obama that tax rates should be kept at their current level.

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The 2012 presidential election was largely focused on issues related to the economy and the middle class. Barack Obama's campaign focused on policies that would help the middle class, such as healthcare reform and increasing taxes on the wealthy. This message appeared to resonate with voters, contributing to Obama's victory. Option B is incorrect since Obama supported comprehensive immigration reform, not self-deportation. Option C is also incorrect since Obama believed in a strong federal government, not limited government. Option D is incorrect since Obama's position was to raise tax rates on high-income earners, not keep them at their current level.

Which of the Following Most Clearly Contributed to Barack Obama's