Which of these describes the congressional response to the Gulf of Tonkin resolution?
A. It was supported by Democrats but opposed by Republicans.
B. It was viewed with suspicion by both house of Congress.
C. It received nearly unanimous support in both the House and Senate.
D. It received strong support in the House but was passed with a razor thin majority in the Senate.
Answer: C
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