46 Terrorism, War, and Bush 43

These flashcards cover key events, policies, and consequences of George W. Bush's presidency and the early 21st century in U.S. history.

What was a major consequence of the 2000 election between George W. Bush and Al Gore?

The election highlighted the importance of the Electoral College, where Bush lost the popular vote but won the presidency due to electoral votes.

What was the Bush Doctrine?

A foreign policy principle stating that America would go to war with terrorism, making no distinction between terrorists and nations that harbored them.

What act did George W. Bush push through that had major impacts on civil liberties?

The USA PATRIOT Act, which expanded government powers to combat domestic terrorism.

In response to 9/11, what were the immediate military actions taken by the United States?

The U.S. launched airstrikes on Afghanistan and supported the anti-Taliban Northern Alliance.

What were the two main justifications for the 2003 invasion of Iraq?

That Iraq had weapons of mass destruction and that there may have been a link between Saddam Hussein's Iraq and the Al Qaeda attacks of 9-11.

What significant event in 2005 undermined public confidence in the Bush administration?

Hurricane Katrina's slow response, highlighting governmental failures in disaster management.

What was a major economic issue during Bush's presidency?

A recession that began in 2001, exacerbated by the September 11 attacks, leading to a jobless recovery.

What did President Bush say regarding the terrorists' motivation for attacking America?

He claimed that terrorists targeted America because 'we love freedom… and they hate freedom.'

What was one effect of the 2003 invasion of Iraq by the United States?

It led to an insurgency and rising sectarian violence, ultimately becoming a haven for Islamist terrorists.

How did the economy perform during George W. Bush's first term?

It saw a net loss of jobs, marking Bush as the first president since Herbert Hoover to experience this.