Explore how Presidents Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, and Jimmy Carter redefined American politics, leading to the culture war and partisan divide we see today. Dive into the turbulent 1970s political climate, energy crises, and intense presidential primary race between Ford and Reagan.
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America In Crisis Set The Stage
The 1970s felt like national decline with crises from energy to social unrest.
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Ford's Reluctant Presidency
Gerald Ford became president without seeking the office and aimed to unite the country.
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Reagan's Outsider Challenge
Ronald Reagan challenged Ford from the party's fringe and shattered expectations.
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When President Richard Nixon resigns in disgrace, three unlikely candidates emerge to fill the vacuum: Gerald Ford, savvy veteran of partisan wars. Ronald Reagan, fringe reactionary. Jimmy Carter, cutthroat political animal. These presidents aren't who you thought they were, and their battles against each other redefined the American political landscape. The result: the hot-button issues, the culture war, and the path to the partisan divide we live with today. For those wondering what happened to American politics and what forces have driven our current division, Landslide is essential listening, and a compelling, stunning true story.
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