CARTER 1979

CARTER 1979

Author: Bruce Carlson August 29, 2025 Duration: 1:40:56
In the third year of the Presidency, Jimmy Carter wrestles with combining the principles of his first term with realities of the American economy amid myriad domestic struggles, two hostage-taking incidents, and a intraparty political rival. He attempts to make a speech that will reconnect him with the American people. We are part of Airwave Media Network To advertise, email advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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