THIRTY-POINT BOUNCE - The 1976 DNC Convention
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With the help of people who were there, we take you to the 1976 Convention. Jimmy Carter's nominating convention in New York handed him 30 percentage points in the polls, and is seen as one of the best. We look at what happened - from a strict chairman's gavel to a secret VP pick, from expert badge distribution to garbage cleanup, Also: possibly bugged phones, fighting crime, polyester suits, Delegate stories, Hunter Thompson and Joe Biden appearances., peanuts and fried chicken. (and In a few weeks - how it all went downhill in '80) Music:- Lee Rosevere and Dee Yan Key Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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