In the 2012 election, Republican Mitt Romney took what position toward efforts to reduce income inequality?
a. He emphasized the need for government to take steps to reduce income inequality.
b. He opposed efforts to reduce income inequality on the basis that inequality spurs innovation in society.
c. He disputed the existence of a growing gap between the rich and poor.
d. He opposed efforts to reduce income inequality on the basis that such efforts would make everyone worse off.
Answer: d
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