Which group was an important part of the conservative coalition that supported Reagan?
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Correct answer: Religious conservatives and evangelical voters
Religious conservatives and evangelical voters became an important part of the Republican coalition during the Reagan era. They often supported policies connected to traditional family values, opposition to abortion, and school prayer.
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