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    The Worst Answer to "Why Do You Want to Be President?" in Campaign History

    The Worst Answer to "Why Do You Want to Be President?" in Campaign History

    FromWhistlestop: Presidential History and Trivia

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    The Worst Answer to "Why Do You Want to Be President?" in Campaign History

    FromWhistlestop: Presidential History and Trivia

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    Length:
    31 minutes
    Released:
    Jul 22, 2015
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    In this episode of Slate's podcast about presidential campaign history, chief political correspondent John Dickerson remembers when Ted Kennedy challenged incumbent President Jimmy Carter for the Democratic nomination in 1980. Love Slate podcasts? Listen longer with Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, ad-free versions, exclusive podcasts, and more. Start your 2-week free trial at slate.com/podcastsplus. Email: whistlestop@slate.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Released:
    Jul 22, 2015
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    John Dickerson of Slate’s Political Gabfest revisits a moment from the American carnival of politics. Hear about the grand speeches, emergency strategies, baby kissing, and backstabbing that make each presidential cycle so fascinating.