Event: 1976 presidential election

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1977 general election's 40th anniversary: Razzmatazz gave Jack Lynch a massive majority he didn’t want

On the 40th anniversary, Ryle Dwyer looks at the momentous events of the 1977 general election.

Fri, 16 Jun, 2017

Former president hailed as selfless leader

US president George Bush hailed Gerald Ford for his administration's honour. Ford's former opponent, ex-president Jimmy Carter, called him "a man of highest integrity". Nancy Reagan praised his dedication to the country.

Wed, 27 Dec, 2006

Building a legacy of peace

JIMMY Carter grew up on a farm in Georgia and graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1946.

Sat, 12 Oct, 2002