Question

question 6 of 10

many voters supported donald trump because:

a. he promised to keep the status quo in washington, d.c.
b. he had very progressive ideas for federal legislation.
c. he was very experienced in national and foreign politics.
d. he promised to get rid of lobbyists and career politicians.

Explanation:

Analyze the candidate's platform and appeal

Donald Trump ran as a political outsider in the 2016 presidential election, campaigning on a populist platform that promised to disrupt the established political system in Washington, D.C. (often referred to as "draining the swamp").

Evaluate the given options

• A is incorrect because he campaigned against the Washington status quo.
• B is incorrect because his platform was conservative and populist, not progressive.
• C is incorrect because he had never held public office or military command before running, presenting himself as a businessman rather than an experienced politician.
• D is correct because his anti-establishment message focused heavily on removing the influence of special interests, lobbyists, and career politicians.

Answer:

• A. he promised to keep the status quo in Washington, D.C.
• B. he had very progressive ideas for federal legislation.
• C. he was very experienced in national and foreign politics.
• D. he promised to get rid of lobbyists and career politicians. (Correct answer)