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QuizMultiple Choice

September 11, 2001

Question 7 • EAP-Virginia and US History B CR

Which statement best describes the feelings of most Americans following President Clinton’s impeachment?

Answer
A
They supported the Republicans’ views and felt Clinton deserved impeachment.
B
They did not believe Clinton had any involvement in Whitewater or the Lewinsky scandal.
C
They believed Clinton should be punished for his crimes and should resign.
D
They thought Clinton had been impeached more for political reasons than for wrongdoing.

Explanation

Many Americans viewed Clinton’s impeachment as driven more by partisan politics than by the seriousness of his wrongdoing. Although people disagreed about Clinton’s behavior, public opinion generally did not favor removing him from office, making the view that the impeachment was politically motivated the best choice.

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