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.

Foreign Policies
Carter's foreign policies revolved mainly around relations with South Korea, China, the Soviet Union, and the Middle East.

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.