George W. Bush Presidency Overview (2001-2009)

Who was the 43rd President of the United States?

George W. Bush

What years did George W. Bush serve as President?

2001-2009

What political party did George W. Bush belong to?

Republican

What was George W. Bush's nickname?

"W" or "#43"

Who was George W. Bush's Vice President?

Richard "Dick" Cheney

What was the main campaign theme of George W. Bush in the 2000 election?

Compassionate Conservative

Who were the main candidates in the 2000 Presidential Election?

George W. Bush (R), Al Gore (D), Ralph Nader (Green Party)

What state was crucial for both Bush and Gore to win in the 2000 election?

Florida

What was the outcome of the Florida vote in the 2000 election?

Bush won by 321 popular votes after a recount.

What Supreme Court case stopped the recount in the 2000 election?

Bush v. Gore

What event occurred on September 11, 2001?

The U.S. was attacked by Al-Qaeda, leading to over 3,000 deaths.

What was the response of President Bush to the 9/11 attacks?

He created the Department of Homeland Security and passed the Patriot Act.

What was the Bush Doctrine?

The belief in using preemptive strikes on nations viewed as threats to the U.S.

What was Operation Enduring Freedom?

The U.S. military operation launched in Afghanistan in 2001.

What was the justification for the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003?

Claims that Saddam Hussein had chemical weapons and was harboring terrorists.

What did President Bush declare on the aircraft carrier after the Iraq invasion?

"Mission Accomplished"

What major education reform did President Bush implement?

The No Child Left Behind Act.

What was a significant criticism of the federal response to Hurricane Katrina?

FEMA's reaction was too slow, leaving many without supplies.

What economic crisis began during Bush's presidency?

The Great Recession.

What was the public perception of the Bail Out Bill signed by Bush?

It appeared to many as if he was only saving millionaires.

Who was George W. Bush's main opponent in the 2004 election?

Sen. John Kerry.

What was a key issue in the 2004 election?

Bush's record on Homeland Security and the War on Terror.

What was the outcome of the 2004 Presidential Election?

Bush won the Presidency and the popular vote.

What natural disaster struck the Gulf of Mexico in August 2005?

Hurricane Katrina.