Which of these was the primary focus of the foreign policy of President George W. Bush (2001-2009) ?

A) fighting terrorism

B) creating tariffs

C) ending tariffs

D) famine relief

A) fighting terrorism

Explanation:

During his presidential campaign, Bush's foreign policy platform included support for stronger economic and political relationship with Latin America, especially Mexico, and a reduction of involvement in "nation-building" and other small-scale military engagements. The administration pursued a national missile defense.

However, when Clinton took office himself, he continued the Bush policies. Clinton's highest priority was to maintain trade with China, boost American exports, expand investment in the huge Chinese market, and create more jobs at home.

Bush administration was characterized by significant income tax cuts in 2001 and 2003, the implementation of Medicare Part D in 2003, increased military spending for two wars, a housing bubble that contributed to the subprime mortgage crisis of 2007-2008, and the Great Recession that followed.