Discuss President Carter's characteristics as a political leader and evaluate his economic and social programs
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Carter was modest and restrained and hoped to apply these characteristics to the imperial presidency. He failed to communicate any overall philosophy and got mired in detail. He reduced spending by cutting social programs, but deficits continued. He began deregulation. He did not work well with the Congress and failed to develop an effective energy policy.
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