Which of the following statements about George H. W. Bush's 1988 presidential campaign and victory is accurate?
A. Bush designed his campaign as a long, focused attack on his opponent.
B. Bush's popularity helped Republicans win back the Senate.
C. Bush lost the popular vote but won a substantial majority in the Electoral College.
D. Bush's campaign suffered from his nontraditional style and image.
E. Michael Dukakis's relatively conservative record made it difficult for Bush to criticize him.
Answer: A
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