Ronald Reagan's Campaign Speech on the Economy on October 24, 1980

On October 24, 1980, former Governor Reagan addressed the nation on the present state of the economy under Jimmy Carter. He emphasized the multitude of problems contributing to inflation and unemployment, explaining his plan to fix it, should he be elected as president.

00:10 - Governor Reagan talks about cities that once represented America's great economy, but are now stagnant
02:00 - This election will determine if the world will ever again know America's booming industry and economy
04:52 - The Carter administration has failed by its own standards
09:58 - President Carter has deflected all blame onto others
13:23 - Governor Reagan's economic plan
17:43 - Tax rate reduction plan
19:38 - We must re-examine federal regulations
23:11 - The American people must work together to stick with this comprehensive strategy
23:45 - The economy concerns more than statistics, it concerns people
25:00 - Inflation hurts people
26:30 - A new beginning for ourselves and our children