As George H. W. Bush prepared for the 1992 election, his greatest weakness became:
a. a major downturn in the economy
b. the continuing threat of Saddam Hussein to American security
c. his support for the religious right agenda
d. his lack of a compelling vision for the future
e. the end of the cold war
Ans: a. a major downturn in the economy
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