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Which president did McCarthy support in the 1980 election?

  • Ronald Reagan

  • Jimmy Carter

  • George H. W. Bush

  • Gerald Ford

Answer

Ronald Reagan was the recipient of McCarthy's support in the 1980 presidential election. McCarthy, a prominent figure in the Republican Party, aligned with Reagan's conservative ideology and shared his views on issues such as reducing government spending and promoting free-market principles. Reagan's victory in the election marked a significant shift in American politics, ushering in an era of conservatism that would shape the country for years to come.
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