[DuncanWaring]

...gas shortages, long lines and that stupid ass 55 MPH speed limit

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Much of that, as I recall, originated during the Nixon era (1973).

[Hot Tabasco]

You’re right, the speed limit was reduced in 1973

[hoosierham]

And , strangely,the attacks on Nixon intensified when he announced the goal of energy independence!?!

[4yearlurker]

Yes...I remember watching Nixon on TV. He started the 55 MPH and the 68 degree thermostat setting. He also banned outside Xmas lights that year.