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While President Reagan's defense spending increases in the 1980s contributed to the economic strain on the Soviet Union, the collapse was primarily due to a combination of internal factors, including economic stagnation, political corruption, and a lack of reform. Additionally, the policies of Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, such as glasnost and perestroika, aimed at reforming the system, ultimately exposed its weaknesses. Therefore, while Reagan's military buildup played a role, it was not the sole cause of the Soviet Union's collapse.
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How does large Government spending help the economy?
Government spending increases aggregate demand by giving money to individuals and business to hopefully spend.
What led to collapse of detente with the Soviet Union?
The collapse of detente is frequently attributed to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan and the Western boycott of the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow. American presidents Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan significantly increased defense spending, culminating in the abandonment of SALT II negotiations.
Which branch has the power to impeach the president override a veto and controls the spending of money?
legislative check on judicial
What events led to the fall of the roman empire?
A constant change of rulers, civil wars, and the collapse of the economy due to military spending. This cycle led to a weak, impoverished central government that quietly collapsed in 476.
Why was president Roosevelt reluctant to use deficit spending to help American economy from the great depression?
Franklin D Roosevelt was reluctant to use deficit spending to help the economy because he knew the effects it would have later.
Did Reagan cut military spending?
No - As a matter of fact, defense spending increases eventually resulted in an end to the Cold War and the collapse of the Soviet Union
How did president Clinton first budget aim to reduce the deficit?
spending cuts and tax increases
Is spending good for the economy?
Spending money is what defines an economy. If we were all self-sufficient, the economy would collapse.
Can a president delay congressional spending?
Yes a president has the authority to delay congressional spending. The president has the power to veto legislation which may include legislation that sets appropriations for federal agencies or programs. A presidential veto of a spending bill can prevent congressional spending from taking effect. The president can also delay the spending through a line-item veto which allows the president to veto individual items within a spending bill. Additionally the president can refuse to spend money that Congress has already appropriated. This is known as a rescission and requires the president to notify Congress of his intention to delay the spending. The following steps are necessary for a president to delay congressional spending: The president must veto the spending bill. The president can veto individual items within a spending bill using a line-item veto. The president can refuse to spend money that Congress has already appropriated by issuing a rescission. The president must notify Congress of his intention to delay the spending.These steps provide the president with the authority to delay congressional spending.
What happens to taxes when the government increases spending?
they go up
Who initiates the spending process?
The President
As disposable income increases what happens to consumption spending?
Consumption also increases as disposable income increases.
What senate committee is working closely with the president to raise Defense spending in proportion to increases in the cost of living?
The Senate Armed Services Committee is working closely with the president to address defense spending in relation to cost-of-living increases. This committee plays a crucial role in shaping military funding and ensuring that defense budgets align with economic factors. Their efforts aim to enhance military readiness while considering the financial impacts on service members and their families.
How do changes in income affect the demand for a good?
Increases in income allow for more disposable income which increases spending and the demand for goods. Decreases in income conversely decreases disposable income which decreases spending.
Why did America win the cold war?
They caused the Soviet collapse by nearly spending both nations into bankruptcy.
What is most likely to occur after the government increases taxes?
It reduces the money available for private sector spending.
Does Obama want to increase military spending?
No president Obama wants to decrease the spending on our military
