01:512:104 Lecture Notes - Lecture 33: Start I, Start Ii, Perjury
13 May 2018
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Chapter 33 - Global Bridges in the New Millenium
I. Introduction
George Bush enjoyed great popularity because of his successes in
international affairs, but concern over domestic problems hurt him in 1992.
Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton made the economy and healthcare into issues
that helped him defeat Bush and Ross Perot. Although Republicans won
control of both houses of Congress in 1994, Clinton won reelection in 1996.
As the economic recovery continued, Clinton continued to face political
problems. He was impeached by the House for allegedly committing perjury
and obstructing justice in the Monica Lewinsky affair, but he was subsequently
acquitted by the Senate. With the nation prosperous and at peace, many
expected Vice President Al Gore to win the presidency in 2000. Although
Gore won the popular vote, returns from Florida were disputed. Ultimately,
more than a month after the election, the Supreme Court halted vote recounts
in Florida and gave the state and its electoral votes to George W. Bush. Thus,
in the most disputed presidential election since the Hayes-Tilden contest of
1876, George W. Bush was elected president.
II. Economic and Social Anxieties: The Presidency of George H. W. Bush
A. Economic and Social Problems
An economic recession began in late 1989. Social problems continued, with
even the middle-class experiencing a decline in standard of living. With some
13 percent of the population having no health insurance, healthcare caused
increasing anxiety.
B. Americans with Disabilities Act
A 1990 act outlawed discrimination against physically or mentally challenged
people.
C. Failed Promises
In 1990 Bush broke his campaign promise not to raise taxes, eroding his
popularity. Although he promised to be “the education president” and the
“environmental president,” he failed in both areas.
D. Clarence Thomas Nomination
Charges of sexual harassment against Supreme Court appointee Clarence
Thomas concerned many voters, especially women.
III. The End of the Cold War and Global Disorder
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A. Collapse of Communist Regimes
East Germany repudiated Communism in 1989, and Germany reunited a year
later. In 1991 the Soviet Union dissolved and Gorbachev lost power.
B. Why the Cold War Ended
Both superpowers saw their well?being decline, leading to greater
cooperation.
C. START Treaties
America signed two Strategic Arms Reduction Talks treaties with Russia, but
by 2000 START II had not been approved by the Russian parliament.
D. Tiananmen Square
In 1989 Chinese officials killed untold numbers of students demanding political
change. Still, the Bush administration continued to believe that America’s
needs required friendly ties with China.
E. Peace and War in Latin America
Latin America was a major source of immigration to the United States. As civil
wars ended in Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Guatemala, the U.S. accelerated
the drug war by attempting to interrupt supply through interdiction.
F. Invasion of Panama
Authorities had ignored Manual Noriega’s role in the drug trade because he
supported American policies. In 1990, however, troops invaded Panama to
arrest Noriega.
G. End of Apartheid in South Africa
Partly from U.S. pressure, the white minority South African government
yielded power.
H. Persian Gulf War
In 1991 the United States and its allies fought a war in response to the Iraqi
occupation of Kuwait.
I. Operation Restore Hope in Somalia
American troops entered Somalia in an effort to stabilize the nation and
forestall the effects of widespread famine.
IV. Economic Doldrums, American Voters, and the Election of 1992
A. A Stagnant Economy
The United States suffered a recession under Bush, and by 1992 the number
of poor people in America reached its highest level since 1964.
B. Scandals in Congress
Americans expressed growing resentment at congressional scandals and the
improper use of privilege.
C. Bill Clinton
Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton won the Democratic nomination. Clinton hoped
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Document Summary
Chapter 33 - global bridges in the new millenium: introduction. George bush enjoyed great popularity because of his successes in international affairs, but concern over domestic problems hurt him in 1992. Arkansas governor bill clinton made the economy and healthcare into issues that helped him defeat bush and ross perot. Although republicans won control of both houses of congress in 1994, clinton won reelection in 1996. As the economic recovery continued, clinton continued to face political problems. He was impeached by the house for allegedly committing perjury and obstructing justice in the monica lewinsky affair, but he was subsequently acquitted by the senate. With the nation prosperous and at peace, many expected vice president al gore to win the presidency in 2000. Gore won the popular vote, returns from florida were disputed. Ultimately, more than a month after the election, the supreme court halted vote recounts in florida and gave the state and its electoral votes to george w. bush.
