Can You Pass This 1970s History Quiz?

Corey Moylan|History|30 Nov 2023

Shortly after becoming President, Gerald Ford did this.

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Retry Correct Incorrect In 1974 Gerald Ford gave former President Richard Nixon a full pardon for his actions while serving. Ford claimed the pardon was, “in the best interest of the country.”
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photo credit: Bettman/Getty Images
photo credit: Bettman/Getty Images

Shortly after becoming President, Gerald Ford did this.

  • Increased the speed back limit to 65 mph
  • Pardoned Nixon
  • Vetoed the budget proposal, shutting down the government for weeks
  • Signed the 27th Amendment
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