“Going into the convention, Ford had won more primary delegates than Reagan, as well as a plurality in popular vote. “
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“Going into the convention, Ford had won more primary delegates than Reagan, as well as a plurality in popular vote. “
And after that, Reagan did about four years worth of radio spots outlining his policies during the Carter years. By 1980, everybody knew who he was and where he stood on the issues. It really was a stroke of genius. I still remember, “I’m Ronald Reagan, thanks for listening” at the end of each spot.