💼Reagan emphasized his economic recovery program as a solution to deficits and inflation.
💸Mondale proposed tax increases and budget reductions to address the deficit and promote economic growth.
🗳️The candidates disagreed on the projected impact of their opposing economic plans.
📉Mondale expressed concerns about the impact of deficits on trade and economic growth.
👵Mondale vowed to protect Social Security and Medicare benefits.
What were Reagan's key economic policies?
—Reagan's key economic policies included tax cuts, reduced government regulation, and increased military spending.
What were Mondale's proposed solutions for deficit reduction?
—Mondale proposed a combination of tax increases, budget reductions, and changes in government administration.
Did the candidates agree on the impact of their economic plans?
—No, the candidates disagreed on the projected impact of their opposing economic plans.
What were Mondale's concerns about deficits?
—Mondale expressed concerns about the impact of deficits on trade and economic growth.
What did Mondale vow to protect?
—Mondale vowed to protect Social Security and Medicare benefits.
00:04The first presidential debate of 1984 focused on economic policies and deficit reduction.
00:41Both candidates emphasized their economic plans and projections.
09:00Mondale expressed concerns about deficits and their impact on trade and economic growth.
13:41Reagan defended his record on Social Security and vowed not to reduce benefits.
14:30Mondale reaffirmed his commitment to protecting Social Security and Medicare benefits.
