Former Senate Leader, Presidential Candidate Bob Dole Dies At 98

Former Senate Leader, Presidential Candidate Bob Dole Dies At 98

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Bob Dole, a former presidential candidate and Senate Republican leader, passed away at 98. Known for his service beyond conservative politics, Dole's career spanned decades in the House and Senate, where he was a consensus builder. He ran for president three times and was the Republican nominee in 1996. After politics, Dole focused on veterans' issues and disability rights, playing a key role in the World War Two Memorial and the Americans with Disabilities Act. In his later years, he called for more compromise in politics. Dole's legacy is marked by his graciousness in both victory and defeat.

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What was Bob Dole known for during his time in Congress?

Focusing solely on foreign policy

Building consensus across party lines

Avoiding major legislative efforts

Being a strict partisan

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In which year did Bob Dole secure the Republican nomination for President?

1988

1992

2000

1996

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What significant contribution did Bob Dole make for veterans?

Writing a book on veteran's issues

Founding a veteran's charity

Establishing the Veterans Affairs Department

Creating the World War Two Memorial

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Which act did Bob Dole help pass that supported the physically impaired?

The Social Security Act

The Affordable Care Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act

The Civil Rights Act

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How did Bob Dole view the political climate in his later years?

He believed in more compromise and pragmatism

He focused on economic policies only

He supported increased partisanship

He advocated for isolationism