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QUESTION 19 Why do many historians and other scholars believe the unsuccessful n

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QUESTION 19

Why do many historians and other scholars believe the unsuccessful nomination of Robert Bork marked a turning point for the modern nomination and confirmation process?

After the Bork nomination, televised hearings, lengthy witness testimonies and interest groups participation became the norm.

Most historians do NOT think the Bork nomination was any sort of turning point – it was routine by almost every standard.

The Bork nomination was not unsuccessful so this question makes no sense.

After the Bork nomination, sexual harassment became an important political and legal issue.

Because of the Bork nomination, Roe v. Wade and other important liberal decisions were overturned.

A.

After the Bork nomination, televised hearings, lengthy witness testimonies and interest groups participation became the norm.

B.

Most historians do NOT think the Bork nomination was any sort of turning point – it was routine by almost every standard.

C.

The Bork nomination was not unsuccessful so this question makes no sense.

D.

After the Bork nomination, sexual harassment became an important political and legal issue.

E.

Because of the Bork nomination, Roe v. Wade and other important liberal decisions were overturned.

Explanation / Answer

The correct answer is Option E. Many historians and other scholars believe the unsuccessful nomination of Robert Bork marked a turning point for the modern nomination and confirmation process because of the Bork nomination, Roe v. Wade and other important liberal decisions were overturned.