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Leon Panetta: I think it was Walter Mondale when he was asked about the legacy of the Carter administration, said something like, we…

On the recordJanuary 2, 2025
I think it was Walter Mondale when he was asked about the legacy of the Carter administration, said something like, we told the truth, we followed the law and we preserve the peace.
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Leon Panetta
Democratic · California

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Panetta reflects on the legacy of President Carter and the principles of his administration.

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