Ep 30: Reagan's Midterm Years: Shaping America 1984-1986 Iwan Morgan
10 American Presidents Podcast
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Previous Episode: Ep: 29 Ronald Reagan's Presidency 1983 - 1984 Iwan Morgan
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Between 1984 and 1986, Ronald Reagan, was in his second term of office after defeating Walter Mondale in a landslide victory in the 1984 election:
Foreign Policy:The administration faced controversy over covert arms sales to Iran to fund Contra rebels in Nicaragua, leading to the Iran-Contra scandal, which resulted in the conviction or resignation of several administration officials.
Public Perception:Reagan's presidency during this period was marked by a revival of national confidence and prestige.
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