Bush Is Elected President
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: North American Series
- Categories: Government and Politics
- Subcategories: Politicians, Diplomats, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Elections, Voting
- Curriculum: American History 1951-present
- Geographical Location: United States
- Date: November 8, 1988
Article abstract: The conservative agenda inaugurated by Ronald Reagan’s presidency is continued by George Bush.
Summary of Event
George Bush was the first sitting vice president of the United States to win the presidency since Martin Van Buren in 1836. His election to the presidency marked the first time that the same party had won three consecutive elections since Franklin Delano Roosevelt. The election of 1988 was also unique for the large number of candidates contesting for each party’s nomination. Republicans running included Bush, Senate...
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