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Jimmy Carter rise from obscurity to president elect
The profile traces James Earl Carter Jr. from his "Jimmy Who?" start in 1974 to his 1976 victory. It notes shrewd planning, broad appeal, and relentless campaigning through door knocking, factory lines, and community events. Carter presents himself as a candidate of the people against Washington insiders, promising honesty, openness, and strong management while balancing positions on abortion funding and constitutional change.
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Lynne Olson
Associated Press
Plains, Ga
Jimmy Who
James Earl Carter Jr
Carter
New York
Washington
Peter Bourne
Car
Wei
Mg Carter
Richard
Annape
Rosa
Georgia