The tendency to "rally 'round the flag" helped Reagan when he invaded Grenada,but not Clinton when he sent
troops to Bosnia or launched bombing attacks on Iraq.

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The statement is true. The phrase "rally 'round the flag" refers to the tendency of the American public to support the president and show patriotism during times of crisis or military action. This support was evident during Reagan's invasion of Grenada, but was not as strong for Clinton's actions in Bosnia or Iraq.

The Tendency to "Rally 'Round the Flag" Helped Reagan When