Ronald Reagan televised address on the Irangate affair

Title

Ronald Reagan televised address on the Irangate affair

Genre

News report; Interview; Speech

TX Date

5 Mar 1987

Year of production

1987

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Duration

00:04:21

Description

Report on televised address from the Oval Office to the American people by US President, Ronald Reagan (includes excerpts), reacting to the Irangate scandal (Iran-Contra affair) and announcing measures to prevent a similar incident in the future. Includes reaction from Senator John Tower. Reporter not identified (poss. Andrew Manderstam).

Contributors

Ronald Reagan; Andrew Manderstam?; John Tower

Keywords

USA; Iran; Nicaragua; Arms sales; Hostages; Presidents; Guerilla warfare; Ronald Reagan; Guerilla activities; Financial aid; Political scandals

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