A.Take notes to describe the policies of each towards the problems facing them.
*Problems faced by Ford*
Ending Watergate Scandal:
Troubled Economy: Carter claimed he didn't have an economic policy at all. He said he thought that there was a crisis in spirit of the people. From here, people began to believe their president had given up on them.
Hostile Congress: The Congress continually battled the worst economic recession and they pushed their own economic agenda/problems to Fords attention.
Cold War tensions:
Southeast Asia:
*Problems faced by Carter*
Distrust of politicians:
Energy crisis: Most important issue they were facing. America relied on imported oil very much, and thought that factored into the problem. He then offered over 100 proposals on energy conservation and development.
Discrimination:
Humans rights issue: Wanted to use moral principles for a guide for US foreign policy. Promoted that the US needed to commit itself to human rights.
Panama Canal:
Cold War tensions:
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