Section 3
The Carter Administration
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The Carter Administration
Jimmy Carter’s administration began with great promise, but his domestic and foreign policies were met with criticism.
Domestic Policies
A poor relationship with the Democrats in Congress inhibited Carter's ability to achieve his much of his legislative agenda.
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Foreign Policies
Carter's foreign policies revolved mainly around relations with South Korea, China, the Soviet Union, and the Middle East.
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Economic Stagnation
Jimmy Carter’s administration began with great promise, but his efforts to improve the economy through deregulation largely failed.
The Iranian Crisis
The Iranian hostage crisis was a diplomatic crisis between Iran and the United States in which 52 Americans were held hostage for 444 days.