Why did Bush lose support? He criticized deficit spending by the government.
He agreed to raise taxes despite his campaign promise not to do so.
He appeared weak during the beginning stages of the Persian Gulf War.

Why did many americans want the united states to cuba gain independence from spain? cuba was rich in natural resources, including gold and oil. cuba would provide access to the pacific ocean through a narrow strait. the united states had strong economic ties to cuba. the majority of cubans expressed interest in becom ing a us state.