Question

How did Jimmy Carter's background and personality shape the tone of his presidency and people's reaction to him?

Answer 1

Carter projected an image of honesty and portrayed himself as just one of the folks or someone people can relate with. He introduced many reforms that were progressive and nature and had moderate views on race. Unfortunately high inflation and the Iran Hostage Crises destroyed his image causing to lose to Ronald Reagan in the 1980 election.

Answer 2

Carter projected an image of honesty and portrayed himself as just one of the folks or someone people can relate with. He introduced many reforms that were progressive and nature and had moderate views on race. Unfortunately high inflation and the Iran Hostage Crises destroyed his image causing to lose to Ronald Reagan in the 1980 election.