Jimmy Carter’s victory in the 1976 presidential election was largely attributed to his image as:
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Correct answer: A 'political outsider' who promised never to lie to the American people
Carter capitalized on the post-Watergate distrust of the 'Washington establishment.' His status as a former Georgia governor and peanut farmer made him appear untainted by the scandals of the previous years.
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