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Reagan Press Conference / Carter Activities #70940

ABC Evening News for Friday, Mar 06, 1981
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(Studio) President Reagan reported defense his policy on El Salvador as well as government there; means of selecting reporters present at news conference outlined.
REPORTER: Frank Reynolds

(DC) Completion of lottery just prior to conference beginning noted. [REAGAN - suggests that "Reagan roulette" proceed; answers questions on El Salvador, Vietnam, economy plan, tax cut proposals, oil price decontrol and his "trigger happy" image.] Details outlined on screen.
REPORTER: Sam Donaldson

(DC) Jimmy Carter's current political activities in Atlanta, Georgia, examined. [CARTER - denies being lobbyist against administration's position on energy, jobs.] Former president's further remarks with regard to Reagan outlined.
REPORTER: George Strait

(Studio) Upcoming items announced.
REPORTER: Max Robinson

Reporter(s):
Donaldson, Sam;
Reynolds, Frank;
Robinson, Max;
Strait, George
Duration:
00:04:20

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