Questions: Question 5 12.5 pts 5. What was the main reason why George H.W. Bush's re-election hopes were destroyed? His failure to pass the Family and Medical Leave Act. His lack of support for the evangelical wing of the Republican party. His decision to authorize a tax increase. His inability to handle the Los Angeles riots.

The answer is His decision to authorize a tax increase.

While the Family and Medical Leave Act was an important piece of legislation, its failure to pass during George H.W. Bush's presidency was not a primary factor in his re-election defeat. The act was eventually passed under President Bill Clinton in 1993.

Although support from the evangelical wing is significant for Republican candidates, George H.W. Bush's re-election campaign was not primarily undermined by a lack of support from this group. His presidency did not see a major rift with evangelicals that would have been a decisive factor in his defeat.

This was a significant factor in George H.W. Bush's re-election defeat. During his 1988 campaign, Bush famously promised, "Read my lips: no new taxes." However, facing a growing budget deficit, he agreed to a budget deal in 1990 that included tax increases. This decision alienated many conservative voters and was used against him by opponents, contributing to his loss in the 1992 election.

While the Los Angeles riots in 1992 were a significant event during Bush's presidency, his handling of the situation was not the main reason for his re-election defeat. The economic issues and the broken tax promise had a more substantial impact on his campaign.