QUESTION 1. In the late twentieth century, liberals believed that : A) the federal government should intervene to help the needy.. B) taxes should be reduced for all Americans.. C) the federal government should limit regulation of industry.. D) the national defense system should be strengthened.. .QUESTION 2. What helped Ronald Reagan win the presidential election of 1980? A) his strong defense of liberal values. B) his governorship of a Rust Belt state. C) his experience in national politics. D) his gifts as a polished communicator