The Sharon Statement of 1960 and Goldwater's presidential nomination in 1964 indicate that _____________________.
A) support for the Vietnam War was waning
B) the group Young Americans for Freedom had some success in achieving its goal of moving the Republican party in a more conservative direction
C) strong support for an activist federal government crossed party and regional lines in the 1960s
D) a significant number of Americans believed that communists had infiltrated all aspects of American government and American society

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The Sharon Statement, created by the Young Americans for Freedom, outlined conservative principles such as limited government and individual freedom. Goldwater's presidential nomination in 1964, which the YAF played a large role in promoting, also showcased a move towards conservatism within the Republican party.

The Sharon Statement of 1960 and Goldwater's Presidential Nomination in 1964