Impact of Third-Party Candidates on U.S. Presidential Elections

The video discusses the impact of third-party candidates on U.S. presidential elections. In 1912, Teddy Roosevelt's Bull Moose Party split the Republican vote, aiding Democrat Woodrow Wilson's victory. In 1968, George Wallace's American Independent Party campaign drew conservative votes, contributing to Richard Nixon's win. In 1992, Ross Perot's independent candidacy focused on the national debt, likely affecting George H.W. Bush's re-election chances and helping Bill Clinton secure the presidency.

Which third-party candidate ran on the Progressive Party ticket in 1912?

• William Howard Taft

• Ross Perot

• Teddy Roosevelt

• George Wallace

What was the main consequence of Teddy Roosevelt's 1912 campaign?

• He won the presidency.

• He split the Republican vote.

• He supported civil rights.

• He ran as a Democrat.

In the 1968 election, which party did George Wallace represent?

• Democratic Party

• Progressive Party

• Republican Party

• American Independent Party

What was George Wallace's stance on civil rights during his campaign?

• He advocated for women's rights.

• He was neutral on civil rights.

• He opposed civil rights.

• He supported civil rights.

What was the primary focus of Ross Perot's 1992 presidential campaign?

• Healthcare reform

• National debt

• Education policy

• Foreign policy

How much of the popular vote did Ross Perot secure in the 1992 election?

• 10%

• 19%

• 25%

• 30%

Who won the 1992 presidential election?

• Richard Nixon

• Bill Clinton

• Ross Perot

• George H.W. Bush

What was George H.W. Bush's reaction to discussing Ross Perot in a documentary?

• He blamed Perot for his loss.

• He refused to discuss Perot.

• He ignored Perot's impact.

• He praised Perot.