In 1978,supporters of Proposition 13 in California successfully
A)played on the personal security fears of voters.
B)played on the racial fears of voters.
C)focused white male voter resentment of affirmative action.
D)separated the issue of taxes from the issue of what the taxes supported.
E)mobilized thousands of voters against funding for parochial schools.

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Supporters of Proposition 13 separated the issue of taxes from the issue of what the taxes supported. Proposition 13 was aimed at reducing property taxes and limiting increases in those taxes, and it was seen as a way for Californians to keep more of their hard-earned money. The measure did not address specific government programs or services, but rather focused on reducing the overall tax burden on property owners. This approach proved popular with voters, who were more likely to support a tax cut than to scrutinize the possible effects of reduced funding for specific government activities.

In 1978,supporters of Proposition 13 in California Successfully